Samsung is set to host its Galaxy Unpacked 2025 event on January 22 at 10 pm EAT. The event will be streamed live on Samsung’s official website and YouTube channel.
Galaxy S25 Series
The highlight of the event will be the unveiling of the Galaxy S25 series, comprising the Galaxy S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra models. The S25 Ultra is anticipated to feature design refinements, including more rounded corners, aligning it aesthetically with its counterparts while retaining the Galaxy S Pen functionality. All models are expected to support Qi2 wireless charging, utilizing magnetic cases instead of built-in magnets.
AI Integration and One UI 7
Samsung plans to introduce Galaxy AI enhancements to offer a more natural and intuitive user experience. The Galaxy S25 series will debut with One UI 7, based on Android 15, featuring updates like the “Now Bar” and an overhauled camera application.
Preorder
While the Galaxy S25 lineup launches, it is normal to see Samsung launch pre-orders for the devices internationally and in Kenya as potential customers anticipate the new lineup to show up on shelves across the country.
Additional Announcements
Speculation surrounds the potential introduction of the Galaxy Ring 2, an updated version of Samsung’s smart ring, featuring enhanced health data sensors and improved AI capabilities. Additionally, there are rumours about the unveiling of AR smart glasses, developed in collaboration with Qualcomm and Google, weighing approximately 50 grams and resembling conventional eyewear.
Samsung has also teased a new way to interact with mobile devices through a hologram experience, marking a breakthrough in the next chapter of Galaxy AI mobile experiences.