Being the more svelte smartphone, I think the Samsung Galaxy S25 generally feels better to handle and use than the Google Pixel 9 Pro. Samsung's phone is smaller than Google's in every dimension and significantly lighter, so naturally, as a small-phone fan, the S25 speaks to me.

Google is already bringing one of the Galaxy S25’s standout AI features to Pixel phones. If you thought Gemini’s Talk Live was a Samsung-only trick, think again.

The latest version of the Google Maps app on Android (25.05.01.719889437) features support for the Now Bar on Galaxy phones running One UI 7. Essentially giving you access to Google Maps navigation at a glance,

Here's our Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL comparison. We compare the very best Samsung and Google have to offer.

As usual, the Galaxy S25+ is the larger of Samsung’s two standard models, with a 6.7-inch display. By comparison, Google has shrunk things with its Pixel 9 Pro this year, moving down to a 6.3-inch display; you’ll have to opt for the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL if you want the full-sized model.

The pricing structures are also a bit different here, as the Galaxy S25 Ultra starts at $1,299 versus a starting price of just $1,099 for the Pixel 9 Pro XL. You also have the option of saving even more by going with the Pixel 9 Pro, though you’ll get a smaller 6.3-inch display instead.

Samsung's first 2025 flagship releases are out. Here's how to base models compare as we take a look at the Galaxy S25 vs Pixel 9.

Samsung’s Galaxy Chromebook Plus ($699) surprised me. With a similar aesthetic appeal to the M3 MacBook Air, the long battery life of the Dell XPS 13 and the snappy connectivity of a Galaxy phone, it encapsulates all the best traits of the devices I’m a fan of — and it does it well.

Bar in One UI 7 displays live information from apps As promised, Google Maps support has now been added The first Galaxy S25 preorders are being shipped out to customers As our Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra review will tell you,

Though we’re getting a decently refreshed Galaxy S25 Ultra and an entirely new model with the Galaxy S25 Edge, our hands-on Samsung Galaxy S25 review found that the baseline S25 has received a comparatively smaller update from its predecessor than either of its siblings. .

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