I replaced my iPhone 16 Pro with the Galaxy S25 Ultra - and it's good news for Samsung

The slimmer, lighter design, enhanced processor, and suite of Galaxy AI features make this year's Ultra flagship more powerful than ever. But the drawbacks are just as loud.

• The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a premium flagship meant for users who want the most out of their phone, with a starting price of $1,299.
• Key improvements include new Galaxy AI features, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, and a 50MP ultrawide lens.
• No major shifts to camera hardware, battery size, and charging speeds.

Samsung's Big Bad Galaxy phone is here, and it's almost everything I expected. The Galaxy S25 Ultra, which starts at the same bold price as last year, $1,299, remains the company's do-everything handset. This premium Android phone is now Samsung's best phone overall. It has a more durable display, an upgraded camera lens with some handy editing tricks, and the ...