Is the Ultra-Slim Smartphone Race Already Over?
Oct 17, 2025•1 hr 4 min
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Summary
This episode delves into the rumored cancellation of the Galaxy S26 Edge and the lackluster sales of the S25 Edge, exploring what this means for Samsung's strategy against Apple. The hosts discuss the challenges of ultra-thin smartphones, including battery life concerns and market reception, contrasting Samsung's missteps with Apple's successful launch of the iPhone Air. The conversation also touches on the future of foldable phones, Android's approach to thin designs, and the user experience of the iPhone 17 Pro Max and Pixel devices.Episode description
Welcome to episode 74 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, Abner, Damien, and Will turn their attention to the rumored cancellation of next year's Galaxy S26 Edge. The trio discuss what this means for the S25 Edge's poor sales, and how it relates to Samsung's ongoing strategy of trying to compete with Apple product by product. Plus, Abner takes the opportunity to share his thoughts on the iPhone Air a month after launch, and a look into what Google can learn from all of this.
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