The Samsung S25 Series Europe FCC listing has been making waves, and it's not just because of the usual excitement around new tech releases. The listing hints at a potential downgrade in the series' capabilities.
According to the FCC listing, the Samsung S25 Series may not have a 5G modem, which is a significant departure from its predecessors. This could impact the device's performance and overall user experience.
The listing also reveals that the S25 Series may not have a headphone jack, which is a decision that's been met with skepticism by some in the tech community.
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Samsung Galaxy S25 spotted on FCC database
The Samsung Galaxy S25 series has been spotted on the FCC database, and it's exciting to see what features these upcoming devices will bring.
The Galaxy S25 series consists of the Galaxy S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra, with model numbers SM-S931U, SM-S936U, and SM-S938U, respectively.
The Galaxy S25 series supports 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth, GNSS, and NFC across all three models.
The Galaxy S25+ and S25 Ultra will include ultra-wideband (UWB) support, but the Galaxy S25 misses out on this feature.
Here are the model numbers for the Galaxy S25 series:
- Galaxy S25 – SM-931U
- Galaxy S25+ – SM-936U
- Galaxy S25 Ultra – SM-938U
The S-Pen also made an appearance with model number EJ-PS938, indicating that it will be compatible with the Galaxy S25 series.
Potential Downgrade
The potential downgrade of the Samsung Galaxy S25 series is a surprising turn of events. It appears that the base variant, the Galaxy S25, may be downgraded from 25W wired charging to just 9W wireless charging.
The travel adapter model number EP-TA800 hints at this potential downgrade. This is a significant difference from the 45W wired fast charging that the Plus and Ultra variants are tested with.
The Galaxy S25 series models have been spotted on the FCC listing with dedicated US model numbers, including SM-931U for the Galaxy S25, SM-936U for the Galaxy S25+, and SM-938U for the Galaxy S25 Ultra.
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A comparison of the travel adapters used for each variant reveals a notable difference in charging capabilities. The base Galaxy S25 is listed with the EP-TA800 travel adapter, while the Plus and Ultra variants are tested with the EP-T2510 adapter.
Here's a breakdown of the travel adapters used for each variant:
It remains to be seen whether Samsung will release the base Galaxy S25 with this potential downgrade.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chipset is the S25 in Europe?
The Galaxy S25 series in Europe is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, used uniformly across all global variants. This marks a change from previous Galaxy S generations, which used different chipsets by region.
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