The AI features on Samsung's Galaxy S25 phones uses both on-device and cloud-based AI models, including the touted AI assistant.

The S25 Ultra still has an S Pen, but Samsung removed Bluetooth features that allowed you to use the stylus like a magic wand. Samsung says few people used those features, and on balance, it’s no great loss. But it’s the principle more than anything that stings.

The company's flagship phone line received a new chipset and a slightly enhanced camera system. Otherwise, it’s all about the AI software features.The new Samsung flagship phone line (left to