Following whispers about a possible “Slim” iPhone 17 set for 2025, it seems Samsung is also looking into this space with rumors of a “Galaxy S25 Slim.”
Samsung's New Model in the Works
A recent report from South Korea suggested that Samsung’s sleeker smartphone could launch in the second quarter of 2025 (April to June), right after the standard Galaxy S25 series hits the market. A new entry found by Smartprix in the GSMA IMEI database supports these speculations. This listing shows a phone branded as “Galaxy” with the model number SM-S937U.
A Slim Device from Samsung?
Even though the listing doesn’t directly call it the Galaxy S25 Slim, sources indicate that it likely belongs to that family of devices. It’s important to note that Samsung usually includes devices for internal testing in the database six to seven months before the official launch. The “U” at the end of the model number hints at a potential release in the US. Moreover, the model number follows the naming patterns seen in the standard, Plus, and Ultra versions of the Galaxy S series.
Limited Info on Specifications
Details on the Galaxy S25 Slim are still scarce, but the “Slim” tag implies it will be significantly thinner than the current Galaxy flagship models, which might mean some compromises in other features. Reports about Apple’s “Slim” iPhone 17 suggest it could launch in late third quarter and might even come with a price that surpasses the existing iPhone Pro Max. This leaner iPhone is anticipated to feature a 6.6-inch display along with a single back camera.
Samsung's strategy with the Galaxy S25 Slim is yet to be determined. To pull off a slimmer design, the company might need to rethink aspects such as the processor, display, battery, and camera components. While the rise of AI features in the Galaxy S24 and iPhone 16 may not have motivated some users to upgrade, 2025 could mark a shift in the competition for market share, focusing on the appeal of a genuinely slim smartphone.
