A recent leak from tech insider Ice Universe has uncovered a significant design alteration for the upcoming Galaxy S25 Ultra. In a video posted on X (formerly known as Twitter), the tipster displayed a jelly case for the device, highlighting its rounded corners on all sides.
Design Changes for Comfort
Samsung shifted from the rounded design of the S21 Ultra to a sharper, 90-degree corner style with the S22 Ultra and later models. However, many users expressed dissatisfaction with the square design, finding it less comfortable to hold.
It appears that Samsung is now responding to user feedback by reverting to a more user-friendly design for the S25 Ultra. The video confirms that the S25 Ultra case features noticeably rounded corners. While these corners are not as rounded as those on the S21 Ultra, they are definitely more pronounced than the corners found on the S22 through S24 Ultra models. This change is expected to enhance comfort for users who previously struggled with the sharper corners.
Slimmer Bezels and Specifications
In addition to the ergonomic updates, the S25 Ultra is anticipated to come with thinner bezels, reportedly even slimmer than those on the newly announced iPhone 16 Pro Max. However, this change raises some concerns, as many users have experienced accidental touches on the iPhone due to its slim bezels. Thus, the S25 Ultra might face similar challenges with its expected thinner bezels.
On a brighter note, the new device may also be lighter and thinner. It is expected to have a thickness of 8.2mm and weigh 219 grams, a reduction from its predecessor's 8.6mm thickness and 232-gram weight. Additionally, it will have a slightly narrower profile at 77.6mm compared to 79.0mm, while still maintaining the same 5000mAh battery capacity.
Expected Specifications of the Galaxy S25 Ultra
Now, let’s discuss the anticipated specifications of the phone. Unlike prior generations that featured a blend of Qualcomm Snapdragon and Samsung’s Exynos processors, reports indicate that the S25 series will exclusively use the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 across all models.
According to 3C certification, the phone will support 45W charging, similar to its predecessor. Furthermore, it will feature satellite communication support, a first for any Samsung device.
The camera setup is expected to include a 200-megapixel primary camera from the S24 Ultra, along with a new 50-megapixel ISOCELL JN3 ultra-wide lens, a new 50-megapixel telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom, and a periscope telephoto camera with 5x optical zoom.
