Samsung may launch Galaxy S25 FE with One UI 8 later this year
Samsung is reportedly working on the Galaxy S25 FE, the fifth model of the S25 lineup. The company is expected to introduce this new Fan Edition smartphone with Android 16-based One UI 8 later this year.
According to GalaxyClub, Samsung is working on the Galaxy S25 FE with model number SM-S731B. It was recently discovered that the company has assigned the R13 codename for internal usage to the Fan Edition of the S25 series.
- SM-S711B: Galaxy S23 FE (official)
- SM-S721B: Galaxy S23 FE (official)
- SM-S731B: Galaxy S25 FE (expected)
Samsung released the Galaxy S24 FE in late 2024 with notable upgrades. The smartphone offers improvements in performance, battery life, display, and software support, but at a slightly higher price compared to the S23 FE.
The S24 FE features a larger 6.7-inch display compared to the S23 FE’s 6.4-inch panel. The S24 FE achieves a higher peak brightness of 1900 nits versus the S23 FE’s 1450 nits. Battery capacity has also been increased by 200mAh over the S23 FE.
The Galaxy S25 FE is said to be equipped with an Exons 2400e chip, the same as the S24 FE. The reason is that Samsung has “mastered” manufacturing the 4nm chipset, which also powers the Galaxy S24 and S24+ in most regions.
Samsung’s going to release the Android 16-based One UI 8 with upcoming foldable in July this year. As the Galaxy S25 FE has a later release window, it is highly likely to follow the software lead, bringing One UI 8 pre-installed.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge launch teaser leaks ahead of May 13 reveal
The latest teaser leak confirms that Samsung will launch the Galaxy S25 Edge on May 13. We have been hearing a lot about the release date of Samsung’s most anticipated smartphone in 2025, which was originally slated for an April debut.
Insider Evan Blass has just leaked the official launch teaser of the Galaxy S25 Edge, which Samsung will make public shortly. The teaser has a tagline “Beyond Slim” – highlighting the upcoming phone’s thin profile as well as launch date.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge may be unveiled on May 30 in the US.
While the company has officially revealed the S25 Edge’s design, the teaser highlights its slim form factor. It will be available in three colors, featuring a frame made of Titanium and Ceramic protection rather than a glass back.
Galaxy S25 Edge is the fourth model of the lineup coming this month ahead of the S25 FE, which launches later this year. The device is incoming at a time when Apple is also preparing to bring a slim iPhone, replacing the Plus variant.
The Galaxy S25 Edge is expected to feature a 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display. The rear camera module will consist of two sensors, including a 200-megapixel primary, plus the selfie camera will be the same as the S25 Ultra – 12MP.
Samsung’s slim phone may disappoint you on the battery front. It could have a battery smaller than the standard Galaxy S25 model, with charging speed also capped at 25W. Meanwhile, the Snapdragon 8 Elite will ensure robust performance.
