In this episode of The Vergecast, the team looks at Samsung’s S25 Ultra to explore a larger question: are we seeing the end of the traditional flagship phone? The discussion broadens to examine the future direction of mobile devices and how data privacy plays a central role in modern platforms.
For smartphone shoppers, these questions go straight to the heart of the buying decision. As flagship upgrades evolve and data collection becomes an even bigger part of the software ecosystem, understanding where the industry is heading helps buyers decide whether premium tier hardware still offers meaningful value.
Check out the full episode of The Vergecast to hear the complete discussion on Samsung's latest release and the future of smartphone tech.
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