The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge hit the market in late May, touted for its ultra-slim design, which was its main appeal. However, shortly after its release, reports indicated that the phone was struggling with sales, even in the face of attractive pre-order deals. A recent report from Korea delves deeper into the reasons behind the tepid consumer response, prompting Samsung to reduce its production of the S25 Edge.
According to The Elec, the sales of the Galaxy S25 Edge have not met Samsung’s expectations. Typically, flagship phones experience a surge in sales during their first three months. However, this has not been the case for the Galaxy S25 Edge, which is the slimmest model in Samsung’s lineup to date.
The lack of consumer interest presents a challenge for Samsung, as the company had planned to phase out the Galaxy S26 Plus model in favor of the Edge variant next year but is now reconsidering that decision. Despite its impressive specifications packed into a 5.8mm thin chassis, the Galaxy S25 Edge does have notable compromises. The phone features a relatively small 3,900mAh battery and does not include a telephoto camera, which may be discouraging potential buyers.
It seems that the trade-offs made in pursuit of slimness have not resonated well with consumers. In contrast, Samsung is ramping up the production of its upcoming foldable devices, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7, aiming for the U.S. market. The company plans to manufacture 600,000 units in June, an increase from the 400,000 units of the previous models.
This strategy is not necessarily a response to heightened demand but a proactive measure before a substantial tariff is imposed. However, overall production estimates for the foldable series have decreased, with plans to adjust output based on market response in July.
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