Galaxy S25 Edge and the Thin Phone Problem
Marques Brownlee
May 30, 2025
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge prioritizes extreme thinness at the cost of significantly reduced battery life and the loss of a telephoto lens. While the device feels impressively premium in the hand, the trade-offs underscore that current battery technology is not yet ready to support the ultra-thin form factor without compromising daily performance.
Key insight: While the S25 Edge sacrifices battery for thinness, the emerging silicon-carbon battery technology could eventually enable this ultra-thin form factor without the current 25% battery life penalty.
