> At a Glance
> – Verizon gives iPhone 17, Pro or Air free with new unlimited line
> – T-Mobile cuts $1,100 off Galaxy Z Fold 7 for premium-plan shoppers
> – Unlocked Pixel 10 drops $150 on Amazon, no contract required
> – Why it matters: Flagship phones hit record-low prices right now, whether you want to stay off-contract or switch carriers
Flagship phones rarely come cheap, but carriers and retailers are slashing prices deeper than ever. From $0 iPhone 17 models to $600 trade-in bonuses on unlocked devices, the savings span every major brand.
Top Unlocked Deals This Week
Amazon, Best Buy and Samsung’s own stores are cutting unlocked prices without hidden strings:
- Pixel 10: $150 off (now $749)
- Galaxy S25: up to $600 trade-in credit
- Motorola Razr Plus (2024): $320 off at Best Buy
- iPhone 15: $80 off, drops price to $550 and includes free Apple services
The Pixel 9A leads budget picks at $100 off, bringing the already-cheap Android to just $349. Apple’s iPhone 16E lands at $550 after a $50 Best Buy discount, plus three free months of Apple Arcade, Fitness and Music.
Carrier Promotions Worth a Switch
Carriers still dangle the biggest carrots for switchers:
| Phone | Carrier | Deal |
|---|---|---|
| iPhone 17 series | Verizon | Free with new unlimited line |
| iPhone 16E | AT&T | $2/month (saves $528) |
| Pixel 10 series | Mint Mobile | Up to $500 off + $15 unlimited plan |
| Galaxy S25 Edge | T-Mobile | Free with trade-in valued $95+ |
| Galaxy Z Fold 7 | T-Mobile | Up to $1,100 off on premium plans |
Bill credits split savings across 24-36 months, so read the fine print before canceling service early.
Unlocked vs. Carrier: Which Saves More?
Choose unlocked if you hate contracts and plan hopping. Choose carrier if you don’t mind sticking around for two years-monthly credits can erase $800-$1,000 versus modest unlocked discounts. Either way, today’s market makes 2025 flagships cheaper than ever.
Key Takeaways
- Verizon will hand you a free iPhone 17, Pro or Air on day one
- T-Mobile cuts $1,100 off the $2,000 Galaxy Z Fold 7 for qualifying plans
- Unlocked Pixel 10 drops $150 with no strings attached
- Trade-ins stack on most deals, pushing savings past $1,000
- Carrier credits require 24- to 36-month commitment or you owe the balance
Grab the deal that matches your tolerance for contracts-both paths lead to record-low prices right now.
