ByThe Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has been met with both excitement and disappointment. There was a time when “Edge” meant something revolutionary, something that redefined smartphone design and usability. But today, the Edge brand has been reduced to just a thin phone.
Galaxy Edge brand legacy: The beginning of a tech revolution
When the Samsung Galaxy Note Edge was launched in 2014, the world saw a smartphone screen bending sideways for the first time. It wasn’t just a design experiment, but a new utility offering. The curved screen gave users an additional taskbar-like interface that allowed them to easily access notifications, app shortcuts, and custom widgets.
Edge screen: More than just decoration, it’s about utility
While other smartphone makers were using the curved display as a mere show-off, Samsung introduced it as a real feature in the Note Edge. The curve on the right side of the screen brought not just beauty but also functionality:
Dedicated section for app shortcuts
Live widgets like stocks, email notifications, Twitter trends, etc.
Tools like a ruler, flashlight, etc.
Galaxy S25 Edge: New definition of the Edge brand or funeral?
The Galaxy S25 Edge was first teased at the Galaxy S25 series Unpacked event. The phone appeared on screen for just a few seconds, feeling like a Marvel post-credit scene.
But when the device was revealed, it was clear that it was no longer a mere shadow of the old Edge. Now, “Edge” means a thinner phone, with a thickness of 5.8mm. No curved display, no side taskbar — just a simple design that translates “thinness” into branding.
Were curved screens a failure?
The question that keeps coming up is, if the Edge design was so revolutionary, why did Samsung abandon it? There are several reasons for this:
Impact on user experience: The arc of the curve distorts content while watching videos or playing games.
Problems with screen protection: It was extremely difficult to find a suitable screen guard for the Edge screen.
Color distortion: The curve of the OLED display caused color changes at the edges.
Unintended touches: Unintentional touches on the edges while holding it in the hands negatively affected the UI.
For these reasons, Samsung gradually limited the curves, then removed them altogether, especially in the Galaxy S24 Ultra, where there are no curves.
Galaxy Note Edge vs. Galaxy S25 Edge: From technology to tradition
While the Note Edge gave us a taste of multitasking, the S25 Edge only promotes thinness. It seems as if Samsung has given in to market trends by abandoning technical innovation.
The side panel of the Galaxy Note Edge was always active — a true second screen experience. Today’s Edge panel is just a drawer that needs to be pulled and activated every time. It has become more of a UI gimmick than functionality.
Edge brand reuse: A marketing ploy
The name “Edge” is now being used by Samsung to symbolize a slim design. This is the same situation as with Apple’s iPad Air — the name is “Air”, but the device is heavy and big.
The same situation is happening with the Galaxy S25 Edge — the name is “Edge” but there is no real Edge left. The result is a brand confusion where the old identity is being erased and a new one is being imposed.
Will we ever see the real Edge again?
If Samsung brings back the Edge screen in the future with new experiments, such as:
AI-based side interactions
Side display for widgets
Smart controls like smart home/media controls
Then maybe the Edge brand can be revived. But currently, the Galaxy S25 Edge is just a slim smartphone that is far from the original idea of Edge.
Conclusion: Galaxy S25 Edge — legacy killing or new beginning?
Looking at the Galaxy S25 Edge, it won’t be wrong to say that Samsung has sacrificed one of its most innovative brandings for just “thinner phones”. Where Edge once meant future technology, today it has become just a design term.
Instead of building on what the Galaxy Note Edge started, Samsung has forgotten it — and that’s the point of this article.
If Samsung wants to revive the soul of the Edge brand, it needs to refocus on “functional design” and not just thin bodies.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – About Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
1. What does the name “Edge” mean in Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
Answer: Earlier, “Edge” meant the screen being curved, but now Samsung has used it for a thinner and lighter design. Now “Edge” is only used for branding, with no special curves or innovative functions.
2. Does the Galaxy S25 Edge have a curved display?
Answer: No, the Galaxy S25 Edge has a traditional flat screen. It cannot be seen as a curved display like the older Galaxy Note Edge or S6 Edge.
3. What is the difference between Galaxy S25 Edge and Galaxy S25+?
Answer: The Galaxy S25 Edge is mainly different due to its thin design and compact size. Technically, it is slightly lighter and thinner than the S25+, but its features are almost the same.
4. Does the Galaxy S25 Edge have a side taskbar or Edge panel?
Answer: Samsung still offers the Edge Panel feature, but it is not the innovative and permanent side taskbar like the Galaxy Note Edge. It is now a swipeable feature that is not permanently present on the home screen.
5. Is this phone suitable for curved screen fans?
Answer: If you are a fan of curved screens and their useful functions (like side taskbar, notification strip, etc.), then the Galaxy S25 Edge may disappoint you as it is an “Edge” only in name; there is no curve in it.
6. Does the Galaxy S25 Edge have any special innovations?
Answer: The main attraction of the Galaxy S25 Edge is its 5.8mm thin design, but it does not have any new features that change the user experience like the older Edge series.
7. Is the Galaxy S25 Edge available in India?
Answer: Samsung has launched it globally, and it is likely to be available in India as well. However, its availability will depend on stores and online channels.
8. Is the Galaxy S25 Edge a flagship phone?
Answer: Yes, the Galaxy S25 Edge is part of Samsung’s flagship Galaxy S25 series, but it has been introduced with a different name and design.
9. Does it have the experience of older Edge models like the Galaxy Note Edge?
Answer: No, the unique and innovative experience of the Galaxy Note Edge, like the curved side taskbar and permanent widgets, is not in the Galaxy S25 Edge.
10. Should you buy this phone?
Answer: If you want a premium, slim, and stylish phone, then the Galaxy S25 Edge could be a good choice for you. But if you are looking for the innovation and unique features associated with the Edge name, you may be disappointed.
