Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., a global leader in technology, today announced that its newest products and services have been recognized by the prestigious CES® 2025 Innovation Awards, including four “Best of Innovation” winners, from the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)®. These recognitions come two months ahead of CES® 2025 — the world’s largest and most influential technology event — and they highlight Samsung’s relentless commitment to pushing boundaries in consumer technology. With pioneering advancements in AI, sustainable design and inclusive user experiences, Samsung continues to set the standard for the entire industry.

The CES Innovation Awards program is an annual competition that honors outstanding design and engineering in consumer technology, recognizing top innovations across multiple categories and distinguishing the highest-rated in each field. For Samsung, these awards also underscore the company’s broader vision for AI-enabled connectivity, customization, and convenience across its ecosystem of powerful smart devices — from smartphones and tablets, to home appliances, TVs, wearables, software, services, and more — as well as semiconductor solutions which are unlocking limitless possibilities for the future.

In particular, the Samsung Visual Display Business earned 16 innovation awards with three Best of Innovation winners. This includes honors for several Samsung screens, such as the latest flagship OLED TV. Plus, Samsung received recognition for outstanding AI features designed to make your day simpler, more dynamic and more connected than ever before. The Digital Appliances (DA) Business was also recognized for its home-centered innovation, winning multiple awards for products that elevate the user experience by comprehensively boosting convenience.

Attendees of CES® 2025 in Las Vegas from Jan. 7-10 will be able to see Samsung’s full lineup of AI-powered smart products, which have been reimagined as it works towards a more sustainable and accessible world, bridging the best of tech and lifestyle.

Galaxy Buds3 Pro Takes Home Best of Innovation Award for Headphones & Personal Audio

The Galaxy Buds3 Pro was named the Best of Innovation winner in Headphones & Personal Audio for its premium sound, adaptive noise control, and sleek appearance. As a whole, the Galaxy Buds3 series was designed to deliver premium audio experiences with a new computational approach while still ensuring a comfortable fit, and it incorporates Galaxy AI, allowing users to listen to lectures or speeches translated directly through their Galaxy Buds removing language and communication barriers — all without the need for a screen.

Highlighted CES 2025 Innovation Award Honorees

Galaxy AI for Imaging – Samsung is integrating AI across all its connected technologies, starting with Galaxy AI on mobile devices to deliver real and innovative benefits to users such as powerful mobile editing and creativity tools. For example, ProVisual Engine, a comprehensive suite of AI-powered tools, transforms the way users capture and edit content, allowing them to instantly and effortlessly refine a photo with automatic recommendations like Edit Suggestion or Generative Edit. These capabilities showcase Samsung’s focus on creating meaningful experiences for people.

Galaxy Z Fold6 for Gaming & eSports – The Galaxy Z Fold6, the slimmest and lightest Galaxy Z series foldable yet, is optimized for portability while bringing powerful performance thanks to the most advanced Snapdragon mobile processor and an upgraded cooling system. It also offers a range of Galaxy AI-powered features and tools for communication, and creativity that maximize the benefits of the large screen and significantly enhance productivity.

Galaxy Tab S10 Series for Computer Hardware & Components – This is Samsung’s first tablet series to be purposefully built for AI. The premium hardware includes 14.6-inch and 12.4-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X displays — the ideal canvas for the intuitive S Pen bundled with both models. Performance upgrades for the Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra include an 18% increase for the CPU, a 28% increase for the GPU, and a 14% increase for the NPU compared to the Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra. This improved processing power enables faster and more responsive AI features. These features are now easily accessible with written prompts using the new Galaxy AI Key[1] on compatible Book Cover Keyboards[2], which can be customized to open the user’s AI assistant of choice.

Galaxy Watch7 for Fashion Tech – The Galaxy Watch7 is designed to boost everyday wellness by offering personalized workouts and wellness monitoring features. Additionally, Galaxy Watch7 allows users to express their style with an array of stylish watch bands and various watch face options.

10.7Gbps LPDDR5X DRAM for Mobile Devices, Accessories & Apps – Samsung has developed the industry’s first 12nm-class LPDDR5X DRAM supporting the industry’s fastest speed of up to 10.7 gigabits-per-second (Gbps). With its high performance and industry’s smallest chip size, the LPDDR5X is ready for next-generation on-device AI applications.

Exynos W1000 for Fashion Tech – Designed for smartwatches and wearables, the Exynos W1000 processor runs demanding applications smoothly and delivers vivid 3D graphics with its dedicated GPU. It enhances user experience with fast app loading and an always-on display that uses minimal battery power.

All Lenses on Prism (ALoP) for Imaging – Samsung’s All Lenses on Prism (ALoP) is a next-generation telephoto camera solution that places lenses directly on the prism, enhancing brightness and reducing noise. This innovative design also reduces the camera bump, allowing for a sleeker, more aesthetic design.

[1]  AI key function available on Galaxy Tab S10 Series and Tab S9 Series models with One UI 7.0 or later (sold separately).

[2]  Keyboard only compatible with Galaxy Tab S10 Series, Tab S9 Series, Tab S9 FE Series models with One UI 6.1.1. or later.

Samsung Electronics recently announced that 46 of its new products and service innovations have received CES® 2023 Innovation Award honours, including three Best of Innovation Honourees from the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)®. The annual program honours outstanding design and engineering across a multitude of consumer technology product categories.

Samsung was honoured across multiple categories, reinforcing the company’s commitment to providing a seamlessly connected, customizable experience for consumers while contributing to an eco-conscious world. With sustainability at the heart of all that Samsung does, consumers were encouraged to join with the company as they make everyday changes that have a meaningful impact on the environment. Bold new ideas were brought to life, including investment in sustainable materials, increased energy efficiency in products and responsible recycling, as well as refurbished and repairable devices.

Samsung products were distinguished as Innovation Awards Honourees in Digital Imaging/Photography, Mobile Devices & Accessories, Gaming, Digital Health, Wearable Technologies and Video Displays, Home AV Components & Accessories and Software & Mobile Apps categories. Several of these honourees incorporate eco-conscious features, including the Galaxy Z Flip4 and Galaxy Z Fold4, which are both made with repurposed fishing nets and include 100% recycled paper for flagship product packaging.

The Innovation Awards are sponsored by CTA, the host and organizer of CES – recognized worldwide as the global stage for innovation and the most influential tech event in the world. CES 2023 will take place from January 5^th through 8^th in Las Vegas, Nevada with a deeper focus on sustainability.

Highlighted Innovation Awards Honourees:

Galaxy Z Flip4, Galaxy Z Flip4 Bespoke Edition – As the ultimate foldable smartphone for self-expression, the Galaxy Z Flip4 is packed with innovative camera upgrades, a larger battery and even more opportunities for customization than its predecessor. Galaxy Z Flip4 and Galaxy Z Flip4 Bespoke Edition were recognized in the Digital Imaging/Photography and Mobile Devices & Accessories categories. Galaxy Z Flip4’s form factor enables unique camera functionality like FlexCam that allows you to shoot hands-free photos and videos directly on your favourite social networking apps. It also allows you to take a photo from the Cover Screen without even opening your phone using Quick Shot. The Galaxy Z Flip4 Bespoke Edition offers another level of customization with glass colours and frame options that provide 75 unique combinations.

Galaxy Z Fold4 – Honoured in the Digital Imaging/Photography, Mobile Devices & Accessories and Gaming categories, the Galaxy Z Fold4’s top-of-the-line performance, upgraded camera and groundbreaking design make it a productivity powerhouse of our next generation of foldable smartphones. The Galaxy Z Fold4 delivers superb experiences for powerful gaming and increased productivity thanks to its 7.6-inch Main Display.

Galaxy Watch5, Galaxy Watch5 Pro – Both Galaxy Watch5 and Galaxy Watch5 Pro were recognized in the Digital Health and Wearable Technology categories for their advanced health tracking, increased durability and charging capabilities, making it Samsung’s most feature-packed watch yet. Galaxy Watch5 Pro is designed for adventure and a heavy-duty lifestyle with upgraded GPS-based features, the longest battery in a Galaxy Watch yet and an expansive Super AMOLED display protected by an enhanced Sapphire Crystal. With the innovative BioActive Sensor, the Galaxy Watch5 series empower users with the most complete picture of their wellness-related insights yet.

Samsung Wallet – With its reputation as an all-in-one, go-everywhere app, Samsung Wallet was recognized in the Software & Mobile Apps category. It combines Samsung Pass, Samsung Pay and more to provide Galaxy users a new and simple way to keep all their digital essentials in one place — from bank cards and digital keys to travel passes, driver’s licenses and student IDs. With the integration of platforms, such as SmartThings and Samsung Knox, the program offers a more secure and refined interface and one-swipe access to your important digital items and information. Samsung Wallet will be available in Canada in Q1 2023.

Bespoke AI Laundry – Samsung’s Bespoke AI Laundry products were recognized for its innovative design and integrated AI technologies. Bespoke AI Washer with AI OptiWash was recognized in the Smart Home category, and Bespoke AI Dryer with AI Optimal Dry was recognized in the Home Appliance category. Bespoke AI Washer automatically identifies fabric types and dirt levels, optimizing its performance accordingly, while cycles themselves can be controlled with Samsung’s SmartThings app. Bespoke AI Dryer uses sensors and algorithms to measure the moisture content of clothes, adjusting drying time and temperature to seamlessly optimize drying cycles. The Bespoke AI Laundry pair responds to frequent washing habits for a highly personalized experience, and the laundry pair has a range of colour choices to help inspire more ways to customize home laundry spaces.

SmartThings Energy – Recognized in the Software & Mobile Apps category, Samsung’s SmartThings Energy app provides an effortless solution for consumers to reduce home energy consumption. In addition to tracking energy usage, SmartThings Energy offers actionable insights and recommendations based on the devices connected to the platform and usage pattern.

Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink SSD 2TB – As an Innovation Awards Honouree in the Computer Peripherals & Accessories category, the Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink SSD 2TB is the company’s fastest PCIe 4.0 solid state drive (SSD) with superb power efficiency. Designed for gaming consoles or PCs, it delivers lightning-fast speeds for faster loading times. The combination of a heatsink, nickel coating on the controller and Samsung’s Dynamic Thermal Guard maximizes the cooling effects to prevent performance degradation due to overheating. The drive is also equipped with RGB lights to match the style of any setup. The Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink SSD 2TB will be available in Canada in Q1 2023.

Samsung’s lineup received 2022 Honouree accolades across the board, including for the 55-inch Odyssey Ark, the 49-inch Odyssey Neo G9, the 32-inch Odyssey Neo G8, the 34-inch Odyssey G8, the 32-inch Smart Monitor M8, and the 32-inch High Resolution Monitor S8. This marks the ninth accolade that Samsung monitors have received at this year’s CES, setting a new record for the lineup at the world’s largest electronics show.

Sponsored by the CTA, which owns and organizes CES, the CES Innovation Awards program spotlights standout examples of design and engineering across multiple consumer product categories. This marks the sixth straight year that Samsung monitors have earned CES Innovation Awards, solidifying the company’s position as the global leader in the gaming monitor market.

Check out the infographic below to view this year’s complete list of award-winning monitors.