During our the Galaxy S25 Ultra testing, our reviewer immediately fell in love with both how it looks and feels in hand. Shedding the last vestiges of Galaxy Note design, Samsung instead opted for the familiar blocky look of its Galaxy S siblings, bringing its flagship range much closer to an iPhone in all the best ways.

Even before Samsung launched the Galaxy S25 series, it introduced the Personal Data Engine as part of the One Ui 7 software that would debut on the new flagship phones. The feature promised to deliver customized experiences while also safeguarding your privacy — a potentially winning combination.

When I experienced the Galaxy S25 Ultra in person, the difference was striking. What immediately impressed me was its significantly lighter build. The subtler, rounded corners made it comfortable to hold, a stark contrast to the S23 Ultra's sharper edges. It also slipped into my pocket with ease, a welcome change from my Galaxy S23 Ultra.