Samsung's Latest Releases: Galaxy S25 FE and Tab S11 Unveiled

This week, Samsung has made waves in the tech world with the immediate launch of the Galaxy S25 FE, a more budget-friendly alternative to its flagship S-series smartphones. Alongside this new phone, Samsung also introduced its latest tablets, the Galaxy Tab S11 and Tab S11 Ultra. As consumers look for the best deals, let’s delve into the features of these new devices and explore some alternatives.

The Galaxy S25 FE is available for purchase without the need for pre-orders. Currently, buyers can take advantage of a promotional offer that includes a free storage upgrade from 128GB to 256GB, along with a $100 Amazon Gift Card. This is a notable shift from last week, when the Galaxy S24 FE was available for $460 for its base model. While the previous model’s offers have since disappeared, the question remains: is the older S24 FE still a viable option?

Samsung has made several enhancements with the S25 FE, reducing its weight by 23 grams and its thickness by 0.6mm, bringing it down to 190g and 7.4mm, respectively. Additionally, the phone now boasts a larger 4,900mAh battery, an increase of 200mAh from its predecessor. Charging capabilities have also seen significant upgrades, with wired charging now at 45W—allowing for 0-65% charge in just 30 minutes—and wireless charging at 25W.

For those considering alternatives, the Galaxy S25+ is another option, though it currently lacks promotional offers. The S25 Edge, on the other hand, is available at a discount. The 12/256GB version is priced at $50 more than the S25 FE, but it offers a thinner and lighter design at 163g and 5.8mm. While the Edge has a smaller 3,900mAh battery, it features a higher resolution 6.7” LTPO display and a powerful dual-camera setup, including a 200MP main camera.

If you’re looking for a more affordable option, the Galaxy A56 offers a 6.7” 1080p+ OLED display but is powered by the less robust Exynos 1580. Although it lacks a dedicated telephoto camera, it remains a solid choice for those on a budget.

Another competitor in the market is the OnePlus 13R, which has been consistently priced at $500. Featuring last year’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset and a high-resolution 6.78” LTPO display, it also includes a dedicated telephoto camera and a larger 6,000mAh battery with rapid 80W charging.

Samsung’s foldable options include the Galaxy Z Flip7 FE, which has been priced at $700 for the 8/128GB model. This device also uses the Exynos 2400 chipset and features a 6.7” 1080p+ LTPO OLED display, although it has a smaller 4,000mAh battery. Alternatively, the Motorola Razr 2025 offers a slightly larger inner display and a larger battery but is powered by the less impressive Dimensity 7400X chipset.

On the tablet front, the Galaxy Tab S11 is powered by the Dimensity 9400+, marking a return of the 11” model after the previous generation skipped it. Although there are no exciting deals on the larger Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra yet, the Tab S10+ remains available at a higher price but with a larger display and an older chipset.

For those seeking budget-friendly tablets, the Galaxy Tab S10 FE and Tab S10 FE+ offer solid performance with their mid-range Exynos 1580 chipset. However, for just a bit more, the Tab S10 FE provides better value compared to the Tab S10 Lite, which uses an even older Exynos 1380.

As consumers navigate through these latest offerings from Samsung, it’s clear that the tech giant continues to innovate while catering to various budgets and preferences. Whether you opt for the new Galaxy S25 FE or one of the latest tablets, there are plenty of options available to meet your needs.