Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2025: Everything Announced!

Samsung held two major Galaxy Unpacked events in 2025. The first took place in January and focused on its flagship smartphone series. Its flagship smartphone series was the subject of the first, which was held in January. New foldable phones, smartwatches, and software upgrades were introduced at the second event in July. These launches marked a new era for Samsung with a strong focus on AI-powered user experiences, improved hardware design, and tighter device integration.

Key Takeaways

• Samsung has gone all-in on AI integration across devices.
• The Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 are slimmer, lighter, and smarter.
• Gemini Live AI and Circle to Search redefine real-time assistance.
• The Z Flip 7 FE brings foldables to a wider audience.
• One UI 8 makes multitasking, security, and personalization better than ever.

Galaxy Unpacked – July 2025

Launch of Foldables, Watches, and One UI 8

Samsung held a second Galaxy Unpacked event in July 2025, this time focusing on foldable phones, smartwatches, and AI-driven software enhancements. The theme of this event was “Unfold Ultra,” showcasing thinner, lighter, and more advanced hardware.

1. Galaxy Z Fold 7

The Galaxy Z Fold 7 is Samsung’s thinnest and lightest foldable yet, packed with professional-grade features.

The Galaxy Z Fold 7 stands out as Samsung’s thinnest and lightest foldable phone to date. It measures just 4.2mm thick when open and 8.9mm when folded, and weighs around 215 grams, making it much easier to carry than past models. Built with durable Armor Aluminum, Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2, and an upgraded FlexHinge, it’s designed for long-lasting use. 

The Fold 7 includes a large, immersive display ideal for multitasking, reading, and editing. Most notably, it features the world’s first 200MP rear camera on a foldable, offering DSLR-like photo quality. Running on One UI 8 with Android 16, it includes Gemini Live - a smart AI assistant that can understand your voice and interpret what’s on screen to offer real-time support, making daily tasks faster and more intuitive.

Design:

• Just 4.2mm thin when unfolded, and 8.9mm when folded.

• Built with Armor Aluminium, Advanced FlexHinge, and Gorilla Ceramic 2 Glass for superior durability.

• Weighs around 215 grams, making it easier to carry.

Features:

• Massive internal display for multitasking, reading, and editing.

• Integrated 200MP rear camera, the first in a foldable phone, delivering DSLR-like quality.

• Ships with One UI 8, which includes Gemini Live — an interactive AI assistant that provides real-time help by analyzing both your voice and what’s on your screen.

2. Galaxy Z Flip 7

This clamshell-style foldable got major upgrades in design and performance.

The Galaxy Z Flip 7, Samsung’s latest clamshell foldable, also received major enhancements. It features a larger 6.85-inch inner screen and a 4.1-inch cover screen called FlexWindow, which allows you to interact with apps, reply to messages, and check notifications without unfolding the phone. 

Its slimmer build is reinforced with the same Armor Aluminum and is water-resistant, making it both sleek and sturdy. Performance is boosted with a 3nm chip, 12GB of RAM, 512GB of storage, and a 4,300mAh battery. It also boasts upgraded 120Hz AMOLED displays and a new cooling system that improves efficiency by over 20%. The camera system now includes a 50MP main sensor and FlexCam, enabling hands-free photos when the device is partially folded. Galaxy AI tools like Circle to Search, Live Translate, and Photo Assist are built-in, and Samsung DeX allows you to use your phone as a desktop when connected to a monitor.

Upgrades:

• A larger 6.85-inch inner screen and a more functional 4.1-inch FlexWindow cover screen.

• Optimized Flex Mode lets users take selfies, video calls, or control music when partially folded.

• Improved cooling system and a faster processor increase performance by over 20%.

Its key features include:

• Slim & Durable: Thinner design with strong Armor Aluminum frame and water resistance.

• Improved Displays: 4.1" cover screen and 6.9" main AMOLED, both 120Hz.

• Better Performance: 3nm chip, 12GB RAM, 512GB storage, 4,300mAh battery.

• Upgraded Cameras: 50MP main, FlexCam for hands-free photos.

• Smarter Cover Screen: Run apps, reply to texts, see updates without unfolding.

• Galaxy AI + One UI 8: Circle to Search, Live Translate, Photo Assist.

• Samsung DeX: Desktop experience on a monitor.

3. Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE

Samsung introduced a Fan Edition (FE) of the Flip 7 aimed at budget-conscious users. It retains the folding design but offers slightly less powerful hardware.

Samsung also introduced a more affordable version called the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE (Fan Edition). It keeps the core folding design but comes with more budget-friendly materials and slightly reduced specs. It still offers a 50MP main camera and supports key features like Flex Mode and a functional cover screen, but is designed for those who want a foldable experience at a lower price point.

Features include:

• A primary camera with 50MP.

• Less expensive materials and a more compact design.

• Key foldable functionality at a lower cost.

4. Galaxy Watch 8 and Watch 8 Classic

Samsung’s new smartwatches are designed to be smarter, lighter, and more useful for health tracking.

Samsung launched the Galaxy Watch 8 and Watch 8 Classic, offering smarter and more accurate health features. Both models are lighter and come with improved sensors for heart rate tracking, better sleep monitoring, and automatic workout detection. 

They also include the latest version of Wear OS, delivering a smoother and more responsive app experience. These watches are built to work seamlessly with Samsung’s AI ecosystem and One UI 8, giving users better insights into their health and daily habits.

Key Features:

• Improved heart rate accuracy, sleep tracking, and exercise detection.
• Updated Wear OS integration with smoother app experience.
• Throughout its whole ecosystem, Samsung introduced One UI 8, the newest software layer built on top of Android 16.

S Pen Support (Ultra Only):

• The Galaxy S25 Ultra supports the S Pen, which now includes features like:

• New AI handwriting recognition

• Real-time translation when writing in different languages

• Drawing Assist with smart shape correction and auto-fill

• The S Pen is not built into the phone but comes with a separate case in most markets.

One UI 8 and Ecosystem AI Expansion

Samsung introduced One UI 8, the latest software layer based on Android 16, across its entire ecosystem.

Core Upgrades:

• Gemini Live AI: Real-time assistance based on screen content and user interaction.

• Advanced Privacy Tools: Better control over app permissions, location tracking, and on-device AI behavior.

• Circle to Search Expansion: Now supports live translation, contextual search, and educational tools.

• New Interface Design: Cleaner visuals, a redesigned Now Bar, and smarter multitasking layouts.

Samsung also alluded to future projects like the prototype tri-fold phone known as the Galaxy G Fold.

Project Moohan is making progress on XR (extended reality) devices with the goal of competing with Apple and Meta's mixed reality headsets.

Here's a price table listing all the major products announced at Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2025, with their estimated starting prices in USD:

What Was Missing Before - Now Included

Samsung addressed user feedback and brought back or added:

• S Pen support for Fold 7 (optional) and Ultra model

• Better multitasking on foldables

• Expanded cover screen use on Flip 7

• AI tools that now work offline

• Smarter smartwatch app integration

• More accessible price tier with Z Flip 7 FE

Final Thoughts:

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2025 marks a major leap in personal tech innovation. From foldables to wearables, everything has been reimagined with AI at the core. With the Z Fold 7, Flip 7, and Galaxy Watch 8, Samsung is bridging the gap between hardware excellence and intelligent software, building a future-ready ecosystem that is both powerful and intuitive.

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FAQs

Q. What was announced at Galaxy Unpacked 2025?

A. Samsung revealed the Galaxy S25 series (Jan) and Galaxy Z Fold 7, Z Flip 7, Z Flip 7 FE, Galaxy Watch 8, and One UI 8 in July.

Q. What phones did Samsung launch in 2025?

A. Galaxy S25, S25+, S25 Ultra, Z Fold 7, Z Flip 7, and Z Flip 7 FE.

Q. Will Galaxy AI features remain free?

A. Yes, Samsung has confirmed Galaxy AI will be free until the end of 2025.

Q. How long does a Galaxy Unpacked event last?

A. Each event typically runs between 1 to 1.5 hours.