Official Galaxy S25, S25+ & S25 Ultra, Shipping, and Feedback Thread

[KnightRiderRalph]

Hello. Everyone that has Pre Ordered a Galaxy S25, S25+ or S25 Ultra, you can post any order or tracking updates here.

This thread is for Galaxy S25, S25+ and S25 Ultra pre-orders!

Usually, we try to include the following information:

- Date ordered:

- Where did you order from (samsung.com, carrier, retailer, etc.):

- Unlocked or Carrier variant:

- Model, storage capacity, Color:

- Did you trade-In:

- Estimated delivery date:

Then, once it ships, please come back and post an update with the same information above, but the actual stated shipping and delivery dates, and maybe even let us know once it's received. 

Here is my stuff:

- Date ordered: Jan 22

- Where did you order from (samsung.com, carrier, retailer, etc.): Samsung.com

- Unlocked or Carrier variant: Unlocked

- Model, storage capacity: 512GB Jet Black

- You can share your trade-in info, if you want: Trading Galaxy S24 ultra

- Estimated delivery date: Feb 7

The link to pre order: Pre-Order Galaxy S25 Ultra 512GB | JetBlack (Unlocked) | Samsung US

[ıce]

#1 The design looks like a basic android phone, nothing premium.
#2 They removed the Bluetooth on Spen, although I never use it. It's a unique feature to have a differentiator from other phones.
#3 The iPhone 16 pro cameras are better than s25U, though the AI on galaxy is more powerful which is also powered by Google, iPhone AI is currently on beta version.

[meself]

True always something that can be improved

[ıce]

I want switch and also don't want. I can't wait for another year.

[meself]

Personal choice if you find something you like look into it more

[KirkLazarus]

If it were me, I'd just buy another S24U and get the protection plan. S25U is overrated with AI and missing features that the S24U has.

[ıce]

This is my second S24U in 2024🥲

[JuliusCesar]

Don't get the S25u. I'd say try another android phone but dont go cheap, same price range of Samsung or Apple

[ıce]

Any suggestions? I don't like the horizontal cameras on pixel otherwise it's a no brainer.

[userH0TEOjbpSR]

Save money, buy another S24u. It'll be cheaper than any of the other options, and a better value.
Get a 3rd party extended warranty.

[adam478]

I got my hands on an s25 in a best buy and I was wondering if the original media player would still be available on the lock screen. I don't know if I'll like the little now bar media player cuz it could be hard to reach at times Id imagine. I also don't like swiping on different sides to access the quick settings and notification panel. I found a way to bring that back to the old way tho (swipe down once for notifications and swipe down again for quick settings). But the media player is still in the quick settings and I was wondering if any of you know how you would keep the media player where it's always been: the notification panel. I also wonder if that doesn't work, would it be possible to use the now bar as a media player instead (something like what apple did)? Ik it might be only possible with 3rd party apps but I'm dying to know. 

I plan on getting the s25 switching from the s23 ultra since I just want a smaller phone, and I don't really need the 10x zoom. (I also did a camera test and the s25 is lowk better than my s23u). Also, I'm wondering, if I make this upgrade, do you think I'll notice a difference in battery life? Ik the s23u has a really good battery and lasts me the whole day even with like 35% to spare. Ik the s25 has a smaller battery only 4000mah and I'm also disappointed that it only charges up to 25W. I'm gonna miss that fast charging. Will the battery size make a difference or will the new chip be efficient enough to at least have the same battery life results as my s23u?