Get ready to mark your calendars, tech enthusiasts and Samsung loyalists, because the tech giant has just announced its first Galaxy Unpacked event of 2025. If history is any guide, this is where we’ll meet the new members of the Galaxy S family, with the spotlight on the much-anticipated Galaxy S25 series. The official reveal is set for January 22nd, and by the looks of it, we’re in for a treat with models like the Galaxy S25, S25 Ultra, and possibly a surprise or two in between.

But here’s the kicker: you don’t have to wait until the big day to start reaping the benefits. Samsung has already opened pre-order reservations, and they’re sweetening the deal with a $50 credit. Yes, you read that right. All you need to do is hop onto the Samsung website or fire up the Shop Samsung app, drop in your name and email, and you’re signed up. Do this before 10 am PT / 1 pm ET on January 22nd, and that $50 credit is yours to use on additional gadgets or accessories when you place your pre-order.

Now, there’s a catch – this credit can’t be used on the phone itself, but think of it this way: you can snag that fancy case, some earbuds, or maybe even a new charger at a discount. Plus, there’s an additional perk; if you’re in the market for a new TV or audio device, you could score an extra $100 credit for those pre-orders too, provided you use the same email address (see footnote 4 on the reserve page for the nitty-gritty details).

Let’s talk about what we might see in the Galaxy S25 lineup. Rumors are swirling that these could be among the first devices to support the Qi2 wireless charging standard. This means you’ll need a specific case to take advantage of magnetic Qi2 chargers, but hey, who doesn’t love a bit of future-proofing? There’s also buzz about a redesign for the Galaxy S25 Ultra, possibly featuring a curvier chassis, which could make it stand out even more than its predecessors. And let’s not forget the potential introduction of a Galaxy S25 “Slim”, suggesting Samsung might just expand its flagship range to four members this year.

The “AI” in the air isn’t just hype. Samsung has been pushing the envelope with AI through its Galaxy AI suite, which we’ve seen in action with features like Circle to Search, where you can circle an object on your screen to find it online, or the wizardry of computational photography that lets you tweak photos and videos like never before. Add to that capabilities like instant note summarization, transcription, and on-the-fly language translation, and you’ve got a smartphone lineup that’s not just smart but borderline sentient. Expect these features to evolve further with the introduction of One UI 7.