Enhanced durability Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge boasts Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2, a new robust material.
Corning's Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 set to enhance Galaxy S25 Edge's durability and design
Corning Incorporated has announced a significant partnership with Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. for the upcoming Galaxy S25 Edge. The premium smartphone is set to feature Corning's Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2, a revolutionary glass-ceramic offering that seamlessly combines advanced protection with an exceptionally thin device form factor.
The collaboration between Samsung and Corning aims to push the boundaries of mobile engineering, focusing on a designs that balance elegance with resilience. The Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 cover on the Galaxy S25 Edge is a testament to this shared vision, offering a sleek yet robust design.
Kwangjin Bae, Executive Vice President and Head of the Mechanical R&D Team of Mobile eXperience Business (MX) at Samsung Electronics, expressed enthusiasm for the partnership: "The Galaxy S25 Edge will set a new standard for craftsmanship and performance as our slimmest Galaxy S series device yet. To support this breakthrough design, it was essential to develop a display material that was both exceptionally thin and reliably strong - a challenge that brought Corning and Samsung together, united by a shared vision for purposeful engineering and user-centric innovation."
Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 features an intricate arrangement of crystals within its glass matrix, enhancing the material's durability and crack deflection capabilities. This synergy between the glass and crystal components results in improved toughness while maintaining high optical transparency. Additionally, Corning's ion exchange process further fortifies the glass ceramic material, contributing to enhanced damage-resistance.
Andrew Beck, Vice President and General Manager of Corning Gorilla Glass, emphasized the unique attributes of the new glass ceramic offering: "With Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2, we've achieved a remarkable combination of thinness and strength, giving consumers the best of both worlds - exceptional durability in a modern, sleek and premium design." He further noted that this partnership symbolizes Corning and Samsung's commitment to meeting the evolving needs of global consumers.
Details about the Galaxy S25 Edge, including its specifications and features, will be revealed during a launch event scheduled for May 13, 9 a.m. KST, May 12, 8 p.m. EDT, and 5 p.m. PDT on Samsung's YouTube channel.
The incorporation of Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 is limited to the front of the Galaxy S25 Edge. For more information about Corning Incorporated and its extensive portfolio of innovative materials, visit www.corning.com.
Corning Incorporated, established in 1851, is a world leader in materials science, specializing in glass science, ceramic science, and optical physics. Building on a 170-year legacy of groundbreaking inventions, Corning invests heavily in research and development, combining advanced and diverse technologies to create innovative solutions tailored to various industries. Today, Corning's markets include optical communications, mobile consumer electronics, display, automotive, solar, semiconductors, and life sciences.
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a visionary global technology company, driving innovation across a wide range of sectors. With a commitment to transforming lives through groundbreaking ideas and technology, Samsung's portfolio includes smartphones, wearable devices, tablets, home appliances, network systems, memory, and display solutions, amongst others. For the latest updates, visit news.samsung.com.
- In collaboration with Samsung, Corning aims to push the boundaries of mobile engineering with the Galaxy S25 Edge, featuring Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 for a design that balances elegance and resilience.
- Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 boasts an intricate arrangement of crystals within its glass matrix, enhancing its durability and crack deflection capabilities, making it an ideal choice for cutting-edge gadgets like smartphones.
- With the adoption of Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2, the Galaxy S25 Edge, which will be unveiled on May 13, 2023, demonstrates Samsung and Corning's commitment to delivering technology innovation that adheres to user-centric needs in the ever-evolving business landscape.
