- Samsung and Apple are planning to produce thinner versions of their flagship models
- However, both tech giants ran into the same problems
- How (and if at all) they dealt with them, we should find out next year
If you’re one of our regular readers or tech enthusiasts, you certainly haven’t missed that Apple and Samsung are reportedly planning to significantly slim down their next flagship models. Whether it’s the iPhone 17 Air or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim, both speculated models should have one thing in common – by today’s standards, super thin. Not that we haven’t had devices here in the past that were only a few millimeters in size, but for a number of reasons, manufacturers dropped them. As it seems, this time the manufacturers have probably already found a solution to several fundamental problems.
Both Samsung and Apple are dealing with the same issues
The two biggest ones are called the battery and the motherboard. In both cases, these are relatively essential components, from which there is seemingly nowhere to reduce without one of the technological giants coming up with a completely new technology. According to earlier information, Apple has already solved the problem with the thickness of the motherboard, while now focusing on the second side, which is the reduction of production costs, but according to the leaker with the nickname yeux1122. According to him, Apple tried to incorporate the new battery technology, however, due to the expected volume of production and other problems, it will remain with the older technology in this case.
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The result should be that the iPhone 17 Slim will only have a waist of approximately 6 millimeters. Just to give an idea – the iPhone 16 Plus, the device that should make room in the portfolio for the Slim version, is 7.8 millimeters thick, and the Pro variants are even 8.3 millimeters thick. The speculated Slim should rely on a new 6.6″ OLED panel, with analyst Ming-Chi Kuo predicting that it should account for between 5 and 10 percent of overall iPhone sales.
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The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim, meanwhile, should replace the fan-favorite FE-branded version, while the design of the yet-to-be-presented Galaxy S26 series should be based on the design, if their design proves to be popular. From a technical point of view, however, Samsung ran into the same problems as its big rival – in its case, too, the problem is in the mass production of thinner motherboards. From the available information, we don’t even know how thin the Galaxy S25 Slim should be, but currently the thinnest Samsung device is the basic Galaxy S24 with a waist of 7.6 millimeters. However, we should know the answer to how Samsung and Apple solved these problems in the second half of next year.
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Dominik Vlasak
Editor, traveler, fan of technology, Star Wars and good coffee.
The Battle of Thin: Samsung and Apple’s Slender Showdown
Ah, nothing like the tech giants flexing their muscles to see who can make the slimmest phone! It’s like a competition between two fitness trainers to see who can lose the most weight while still eating ice cream. You’ve got Apple and Samsung vying to produce devices so thin, you could slide them under your door and hope nobody notices!
Thinner and Thinner… Until They Disappear?
Samsung and Apple are gearing up to launch their flagship models disguised as toothpicks! We’re talking about the iPhone 17 Air and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim, the kind of devices you might mistake for a credit card if you squint hard enough. It’s great that technology is progressing, but at some point, we’re just a hair away from needing a magnifying glass and a prayer to even see the thing.
The Trouble with Thin
Both of our favorite tech titans are running into some *serious* issues with their quest for thinness. The culprits? None other than the battery and motherboard – you know, those pesky little components that power and connect your phone without disappearing into thin air. I mean, come on guys, if only magic were involved, we’d all be carrying wands instead of smartphones.
According to the tech whispers (**cue dramatic music**), Apple appears to have *solved* the motherboard thickness issue. Meanwhile, their focus is now on trying to reduce production costs. Brilliant move, except they apparently couldn’t figure out how to make the batteries as slim as their aspirations. Their newfound battery technology has reportedly been blown off faster than a bad date. Much like my personal social life, they’ll have to stick with what they know!
The Calibers of Slimming
Let’s break it down for you: the iPhone 17 Slim is prognosticated to strut around at a svelte 6 millimeters. Just think about it – the iPhone 16 Plus waddled in at a more robust 7.8 millimeters. That’s a diet plan everyone would envy! And if you think the Pro models are looking hefty at 8.3 millimeters, think again! Slim is about to redefine the future of ‘lighter than air’!
Now, don’t even get me started on Samsung. The Galaxy S25 Slim, said to be a replacement for the beloved FE version, is stuck in the same conundrum as Apple. Mass-producing thinner motherboards? Not as easy as it sounds, folks! They currently boast the Galaxy S24 at a robust 7.6 millimeters, but if they don’t get their act together, we’ll need a search party to find the Galaxy S25 Slim!
What Now?
So, will we find out how Apple and Samsung faced down their tech dilemmas? According to the whisperings of the interwebs, it sounds like we’ll have to wait until the second half of next year. That gives you plenty of time to start doing some serious yoga – because when these phones hit the market, you’ll be better prepared to fit them into your pocket… or maybe just a hamster ball!
Final Thoughts
In a world where it feels like a race to see who can make the thinnest phone, let’s just remember it’s what’s inside that counts. And between you and me, if I have to charge my phone every other hour just to keep it looking good, I’ll stick with my chunky little friend – you know, the one that won’t give me anxiety about being so *slim* I might accidentally lose it in the couch cushions!
Stay tuned for updates because nothing says responsibility like waiting for a phone that could fit in your wallet! Until then, let’s eat our ice cream and continue this delightful banter over a good, strong cup of coffee, or perhaps a pint of ice cream – because let’s be honest, some things are just worth indulging in.
Cheers to another year of innovation, competition, and the hilarity of mobile tech!
Written by: Dominik Vlasak
Editor, traveler, fan of technology, Star Wars, and good coffee.
- Samsung and Apple are gearing up to launch sleeker, thinner versions of their iconic flagship models.
- Despite their innovative aspirations, both tech giants are encountering similar obstacles.
- The resolution of these challenges, if any, is expected to unfold next year.
If you’re a devoted reader or a tech enthusiast, you’ve undoubtedly heard the buzz about Apple and Samsung’s ambitions to significantly reduce the thickness of their next flagship models. Whether it’s the eagerly anticipated iPhone 17 Air or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim, both devices are poised to redefine sleekness in design, pushing the boundaries of what we consider super thin. Historically, manufacturers have produced devices that measure just a few millimeters, but various challenges have compelled them to scale back on these ultra-thin designs. However, this time around, it appears the manufacturers might have unearthed solutions to crucial issues that previously hindered their progress.
Both Samsung and Apple are grappling with identical technical challenges
The primary hurdles both companies face are associated with critical components: the battery and the motherboard. These elements are foundational, making it incredibly challenging to reduce their size unless one of these technological powerhouses introduces a revolutionary new technology. According to insider reports, Apple has reportedly tackled the dilemma of a slimmer motherboard and is now turning its attention to minimizing production costs. Leaker known as yeux1122 indicated that Apple attempted to integrate new battery technology into the iPhone but, due to anticipated production volume constraints and other complications, the company is likely to stick with existing battery technology for this iteration.
The expected outcome for the iPhone 17 Slim is a remarkable thickness of approximately 6 millimeters. To provide some perspective, the iPhone 16 Plus, which is anticipated to create space in Apple’s product lineup for the Slim variant, has a thickness of 7.8 millimeters, while the Pro models are even thicker at 8.3 millimeters. The iPhone 17 Slim is expected to feature a new 6.6-inch OLED panel, and industry analyst Ming-Chi Kuo estimates that this model could represent between 5% and 10% of overall iPhone sales.
On the other hand, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim is anticipated to succeed the beloved FE-branded versions, and the design of the upcoming Galaxy S26 series may draw inspiration from the Galaxy S25’s aesthetics, contingent on its market reception. From a technical standpoint, Samsung is grappling with similar issues as its counterpart, particularly in efficiently mass-producing thinner motherboards. Currently, details regarding the thickness of the Galaxy S25 Slim remain scarce; the thinnest model in Samsung’s current lineup is the Galaxy S24, which measures in at 7.6 millimeters. Nonetheless, more information regarding how both Samsung and Apple address these challenges is expected to emerge in the latter half of next year.
Author of the article: Dominik Vlasak
Editor, traveler, fan of technology, Star Wars and good coffee.
Mas around motherboard thickness while now concentrating on decreasing production costs. However, a well-known leaker, known by the nickname *yeux1122*, indicated that Apple has faced difficulties incorporating new battery technologies due to anticipated production volumes and issues, leading them to continue using existing battery designs.
This brings us to the anticipated specifications of the upcoming devices. The iPhone 17 Air is expected to have an impressively slim profile of approximately 6 millimeters, a notable decrease from the iPhone 16 Plus at 7.8 millimeters and the Pro variants at 8.3 millimeters. With a new 6.6-inch OLED panel, analysts like Ming-Chi Kuo suggest this model could contribute significantly to Apple’s sales.
Meanwhile, Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Slim is set to replace the popular FE-branded version, though details about its thickness remain scarce. Currently, the slimmest model from Samsung is the base Galaxy S24 at 7.6 millimeters. Similar to Apple, Samsung is also navigating challenges in mass-producing thinner motherboards.
As the second half of next year approaches, consumers and tech enthusiasts alike will eagerly await updates on how both companies have managed to address these technical obstacles. Will we soon see phones so thin they could slip through a crack? Or will the realization settle in that functionality must also come with a bit of heft? In the world of tech, the race for slimness continues, but perhaps it’s time to consider that a little extra thickness might actually be a good thing for longevity and usability.
Stay tuned as we watch the results unfold in the competitive landscape of mobile technology!
