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Everyone from Google and Samsung to OnePlus and Xiaomi made headlines at some point in 2025. Most of these headlines were expected, such as Samsung’s conservative Galaxy S25 series and the well-received Pixel 9a.
However, 2025 also saw more than its fair share of headlines that were simply hard to believe. So with that in mind, we’re taking a look at some of the most unbelievable stories of the year.