With the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the South Korean tech giant is launching a new premium smartphone that not only impresses with its performance, but above all with its greatly improved display design. At the heart of this is the latest innovation from Corning: Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2. The combination of advanced glass-ceramic technology and customized integration by Samsung promises a particularly robust yet delicate user experience – a milestone in smartphone material technology.
- Glass-ceramic of the new generation: Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 with crystal-reinforced glass matrix
- Optimized for the Galaxy S25 Edge: Exclusive cover design in collaboration with Samsung
- Slim and durable: Thin format without sacrificing stability or light transmission
- Additional reinforcement: Ion exchange process ensures increased impact and scratch resistance
Crystal technology meets premium design
Gorilla Glass has been the standard for years when it comes to robust smartphone displays. With the introduction of Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2, Corning is now going one step further and combining proven glass technology with ceramic components that are deeply integrated into the glass matrix. The result is a display glass that is not only harder and more resistant to scratches and impacts, but is also visually impressive. The new ceramic crystals are processed in such a way that they do not impair the light transmission of the glass – a crucial property for the brilliance and brightness of modern AMOLED displays such as the Galaxy S25 Edge.
The material was developed in close cooperation with Samsung in order to perfectly match the design and technical requirements of the Galaxy S25 Edge. Despite the reinforced glass design, the smartphone remains remarkably slim and elegant – an important point in a market where visual sophistication is often just as important as technical performance. The special processing makes it possible to create a design that is as thin and borderless as possible, while still offering increased resistance.
Progress through ion exchange
A key aspect of the improved resistance of Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 is the so-called ion exchange process. In this process, smaller sodium ions in the glass surface are replaced by larger potassium ions. This creates tension in the material, which makes it stronger overall. This technology is not new, but has been specially adapted and further developed for the ceramic component. As a result, the display glass achieves a higher impact resistance without appearing brittle – an often criticized weakness of conventional glass-ceramics.
For users, this means that the Galaxy S25 Edge should be able to withstand everyday stresses such as drops, friction in a trouser pocket or pressure from other objects in a rucksack much better than previous generations. At the same time, the display remains pleasantly thin, responsive and clear – ideal for streaming, gaming or mobile content production.
Conclusion
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge sets new standards in display design and robustness with Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2. Thanks to the combination of innovative crystal technology, precise processing and reinforced material structure, the new flagship combines aesthetics with suitability for everyday use. The presentation of the device will take place on May 13 at 2 a.m. CEST via livestream on Samsung’s YouTube channel. Information on prices and market launch is expected during the event.
