Samsung has formally announced that its highly anticipated Galaxy S25 Edge will be unveiled during a virtual Unpacked event scheduled for Monday, May 12th. This announcement resolves at least one key question surrounding the company’s upcoming slim smartphone, which was initially teased back in January. A blog post accompanying today’s confirmation has revealed a few additional details, but the full picture will be presented during the virtual event next week.
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Samsung is being direct about its upcoming announcement: the device is indeed the Galaxy S25 Edge. The official blog post explicitly names the phone, stating that it “…not only sets a new standard for what you can achieve with your smartphone, but it also unlocks a new era of growth for the mobile industry.” This statement suggests a significant impact on the mobile market, which has experienced declining sales in recent years. The blog post also highlighted a key specification: despite its slender design, the S25 Edge will feature a powerful 200-megapixel main camera, mirroring the high-end camera found in the flagship Galaxy S25 Ultra.
This inclusion of a top-tier camera suggests that the S25 Edge will be positioned as a premium device, potentially contrasting with Apple’s rumoured slim iPhone 17 Air, which some speculate might feature a single rear camera and a blend of high and low-end specifications. According to Samsung, the S25 Edge will effectively merge “flagship-level performance with superior portability,” aiming to offer a no-compromise experience in a sleek form factor.
However, key questions remain, particularly regarding the price point of this flagship-level slim phone that Samsung believes will revitalize the mobile industry. Details about its global availability are also eagerly awaited. Recent speculation hinted at a potentially delayed launch in the United States. While a debut in Samsung’s home market of South Korea wouldn’t be surprising, the fact that Samsung US is currently offering a $50 credit to customers who reserve the phone suggests a more immediate launch in the US market. Fortunately, the wait for definitive answers is short. The virtual Unpacked event will be streamed across various platforms, including Samsung’s official YouTube channel, allowing global audiences to witness the unveiling firsthand on Monday.
