The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is an AI phone through and through, for better or worse. At a starting price of $1,300, does it still deserve a spot in your pocket?

The S25 Ultra still has an S Pen, but Samsung removed Bluetooth features that allowed you to use the stylus like a magic wand. Samsung says few people used those features, and on balance, it’s no great loss. But it’s the principle more than anything that stings.

With AI features being a cornerstone of the Galaxy S25 experience, I've gone through all the new and improved Galaxy AI attractions to bring you a detailed rundown of what it's like using them.