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T-Mobile's insane Galaxy S25+ launch deal makes the phone free with broken trade-ins

By Adrian Diaconescu

Published: Jan 22, 2025, 2:15 PM

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Promotional Galaxy S25 Plus image on a white-and-magenta background

If I were to pick my favorite thing about the newly unveiled Galaxy S25 family of ultra-high-end smartphones, that would probably be the unchanged pricing structure over last year's S24 trio. Contrary to a long string of recent rumors, the S25, S25 Plus, and S25 Ultra are just as affordable (or as costly) as their predecessors, and at first glance, their launch deals look pretty familiar as well.

But that's only if you don't consider T-Mobile's exclusive promotion, which handily beats everything Samsung, Verizon, and AT&T are offering for at least one specific group of early S25 series buyers. I'm talking about those of you looking to get rid of an existing device in less-than-perfect condition.

$399 ⁹⁹

$1419 ⁹⁹

$1020 off (72%)

The Galaxy S25 Ultra is officially here! You can now pre-order the mighty Samsung flagship for up to $1,250+ off at the Samsung Store! Eligible device trade-ins help you save up to $900, and you also get a $120 free storage upgrade. Additionally, you get up to $350 Samsung Credits.

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$299 ⁹⁹

$999 ⁹⁹

$700 off (70%)

The exciting Galaxy S25 Plus has finally been revealed. Pre-orders are now open, and you can pre-order a unit for up to $700 off at the Samsung Store with eligible trade-ins. There's an additional $100 Samsung Credit available, which includes your Reservation Gift.

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That's right, Magenta is ready to slash an incredible $1,000 off the list price of any Galaxy S25 family member with the trade-in of "any" broken phone. And seeing as how the Galaxy S25 Plus just so happens to normally start at $999.99, that means you can get the Snapdragon 8 Elite-powered 6.7-incher for free with almost no effort (in an entry-level 256GB storage configuration).

The same obviously goes for the "vanilla" Galaxy S25, which typically costs $799.99 and up, while the state-of-the-art Galaxy S25 Ultra colossus can be yours starting at $299.99 as part of this totally bonkers and unrivaled promotion.

Because nothing in life is ever that simple, you will need to meet an important condition in addition to trading in a broken (or functional) phone to score a $1,000 S25 series discount, but that's not particularly inconvenient either. Namely, you have to have or be willing to sign up for a pricey Go5G Next plan.

T-Mo customers on slightly more affordable Go5G Plus plans, meanwhile, need to trade in an "eligible" device in "working" condition to get the same deal, which is also pretty enticing. There's also the possibility of settling for a slightly lower $800 discount on a Galaxy S25, S25 Plus, or S25 Ultra model of your choice with a new Go5G Plus or Go5G Next line or a "working" device trade-in and a new line on "most" other plans.

Finally, a working device trade-in on Go5G or "most plans" unaccompanied by the opening of a new line can secure you a $500 S25 series discount, which is... also not bad. Not when you consider that we're talking about quite possibly the best Android phones money can buy in early 2025, which you're free to pre-order from T-Mobile (and a bunch of other places) today ahead of a proper nationwide release on February 7.

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Adrian, a mobile technology enthusiast since the Nokia 3310 era, has been a dynamic presence in the tech journalism field, contributing to Android Authority, Digital Trends, and Pocketnow before joining PhoneArena in 2018. His expertise spans across various platforms, with a particular fondness for the diversity of the Android ecosystem. Despite the challenges of balancing full-time parenthood with his work, Adrian's passion for tech trends, running, and movies keeps him energized. His commitment to mid-range smartphones has led to an eclectic collection of devices, saved from personal bankruptcy by his preference for 'adequate' over 'overpriced'.