Bar resurrects some of the best parts of Google Now, but it feels far more instinctive on the Galaxy S25 series.

Credit: Nicholas Sutrich / Android Central The Galaxy S25 is yet another product from the Korean tech giant that has access to some features from Google that other phones don't yet have. It's not the first time this has happened;

Samsung showcased its Project Moohan Android XR headset during the January Unpacked event. The headset supports eye and hand tracking, Google Play Store apps, and Gemini AI integration. Samsung’s XR headset resembles the Apple Vision Pro but includes a touchpad and USB-C battery.

Samsung and Google are partnering up to build AR glasses, Samsung’s TM Roh told Bloomberg. But there aren’t many other specifics beyond the fact that they’re in development — there’s not even a specific release timeline,

Here's our Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL comparison. We compare the very best Samsung and Google have to offer.

As usual, the Galaxy S25+ is the larger of Samsung’s two standard models, with a 6.7-inch display. By comparison, Google has shrunk things with its Pixel 9 Pro this year, moving down to a 6.3-inch display; you’ll have to opt for the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL if you want the full-sized model.

The Galaxy S25 series has removed the Samsung Messages app in favor of Google Messages for a better RCS experiance.

Though we’re getting a decently refreshed Galaxy S25 Ultra and an entirely new model with the Galaxy S25 Edge, our hands-on Samsung Galaxy S25 review found that the baseline S25 has received a comparatively smaller update from its predecessor than either of its siblings. .

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The pricing structures are also a bit different here, as the Galaxy S25 Ultra starts at $1,299 versus a starting price of just $1,099 for the Pixel 9 Pro XL. You also have the option of saving even more by going with the Pixel 9 Pro, though you’ll get a smaller 6.3-inch display instead.

Samsung is the most-respected brand among global consumers, while Amazon scores highest in the US, according to YouGov’s Best Global Brand 2025 rankings.