Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra India Launch Imminent After BIS Certification: All Details About Specs, Camera, and More

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is just around the corner, with the device recently spotted on the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certification portal, indicating that its launch in India is imminent. Following the success of the Galaxy S24 series, Samsung’s flagship Galaxy S25 lineup, including the S25 Ultra, is expected to launch early next year, with rumors suggesting that the event could take place as soon as January 2025.

Here’s everything we know so far about the highly anticipated Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra.

Expected Design and Display

The Galaxy S25 Ultra is rumored to come with a refined design that features rounded corners, replacing the sharper edges seen in the S24 Ultra. This change is expected to provide a more ergonomic and comfortable in-hand experience. As for the display, Samsung is likely to continue with its flat display design, following the S24 Ultra’s success with a flat screen. This year, the S25 Ultra could feature a 6.9-inch QHD+ AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate, providing a sharp and smooth viewing experience. This would likely match the display size of the iPhone 16 Pro and potentially improve on it in terms of brightness and color accuracy.

The phone will also maintain a premium build quality, with titanium for the frame and Corning Gorilla Glass for the back, ensuring durability and a premium feel.

Expected Processor and RAM

Under the hood, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is expected to sport the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, a potential successor to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy found in the S24 Ultra. This Snapdragon 8 Elite could be a custom version of the regular chipset, providing additional performance enhancements, particularly in gaming and AI applications.

Additionally, Samsung is rumored to boost the RAM to 16GB for the Ultra variant, up from the 12GB found in the S24 Ultra. This RAM boost will help future-proof the phone, particularly as AI applications and multitasking become more demanding.

Camera Setup

The camera system on the S25 Ultra is expected to carry forward the impressive 200MP primary camera found in its predecessor, the S24 Ultra. However, there may be some updates to the secondary lenses. Samsung could introduce a 50MP ultra-wide-angle camera in place of the current 12MP ultra-wide, offering better detail and color accuracy. While there are rumors that Samsung might skip the second telephoto lens, most reports suggest the phone will retain a quad-camera setup, with the 200MP sensor as the highlight of its imaging capabilities.

The S25 Ultra’s camera will likely continue to support advanced zoom capabilities, night photography, and a suite of AI-driven enhancements to improve image quality in all conditions.

Release Date in India and Price

As for the release date, the Galaxy S25 Ultra is expected to launch in India in the second half of January 2025, following the BIS certification listing. While this timeline is in line with previous Galaxy S series launches, Samsung has not officially confirmed the exact date yet.

Regarding price, there are reports indicating that the cost of materials (BoM) for the S25 Ultra is expected to increase slightly, which could lead to a higher retail price in certain markets. However, the final price will only be confirmed closer to the official launch. The phone is expected to remain in the premium flagship category, and early speculations suggest a starting price in the ballpark of ₹1,15,000 to ₹1,25,000 in India.

Key Expected Features of Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra:

• 6.9-inch QHD+ AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate
• Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset (likely a custom version of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3)
• Up to 16GB RAM for smooth multitasking
• 200MP primary camera and a new 50MP ultra-wide lens
• Titanium frame and Corning Gorilla Glass back for durability
• Launch expected in January 2025 in India