Get deals on refurbished smartphones, smart watches, TVs, soundbars, and lots more from Samsung. The code "JULYFINDS" cuts an extra 20% off, too. We've pictured the Refurb Unlocked Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra 1TB Android Smartphone for $616 after the code ($890 off). Shop Now at eBay
It's $10 cheaper than what you'd pay for a factory-sealed model at Amazon (this one at eBat is new, but won't ship in its original packaging). A 1-year Allstate warranty applies. Buy Now at eBay
- Mediatek MT6762 octa-core processor
- 5.5" HD+ (720 x 1440) display
- Android 11 OS
- Model: 5102O
Get the Samsung Galaxy S24+ 256GB at Mint, and you'll get 12 months of their Unlimited plan at half price — that's a $180 savings. It requires port-in, and a $180 upfront payment. The plan renews at its normal price (currently $30 a month) when the two years are up unless cancelled. Buy Now at Mint Mobile
- unlimited talk & text
- high speed data
- free mobile hotspot (up to 10GB/mo)
Apply coupon code "JULYFINDS" to get this all-time low. You'd pay $42 more for a refurb at Amazon. A 1-year AllState warranty applies. Buy Now at eBay
- Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 octa-core processor
- 6.2" 2400x1080 120Hz touchscreen
- 8K video recording
- 64MP telephoto camera, 12MP wide & ultra-wide cameras, 10MP front camera
- Android 11
- Model: SM-G991U
Prime members can apply coupon code "X8JSZ9IZ" for a savings of $50, which ties our mention from last week. Buy Now at Amazon
- 6.8" 120Hz paper-like screen
- 8GB RAM, 128GB storage, expandable
- Advanced 50MP camera system
- 5010mAh battery with reverse charging
- 5G compatible with major carriers
That's $21 less than our mention from last week and the best deal we could find today for a refurbished model. It includes a 1-year Allstate warranty. Buy Now at eBay
- 6.1" AMOLED Infinity-O display
- 50MP main camera and 12MP front camera
- Model: SM-S911UZGAXAA
That's the best price we've seen and 55% off the retail price of a new one. It includes a 1-year Allstate warranty. Buy Now at eBay
- 6.4" 3120x1440 (1440p) display
- Tensor & Titan M2 coprocessors
- 8MP front camera, 50MP rear camera, 12MP ultra-wide rear camera
- Android 12 OS
- Model: GA03910-US
Get the 512GB for the price of a 256GB model with no trade-in required, a $120 savings. But if you do have a trade-in, you can get up to $480 off in addition, dropping starting prices to $520. Shop Now at Samsung
Save up to $200 off outright on these Motorola phones. Plus, select phones comes with free memory upgrades, others with free accessories. You can also trade in an old phone to get extra discounts up to $200. Shop Now at Motorola
For a limited time, Mint Mobile is offering major savings on new devices paired with the Unlimited plan. Customers can get $440 off top devices like the Samsung Galaxy S25 with Galaxy AI, Google Pixel 9, and more — plus 50% off two years of Unlimited. That means new customers can score a brand-new device and two full years of Unlimited for just $30/month.
While this promo is active, all available devices on the Phone Deals page also come bundled with 2 years of Unlimited for just $15/month (a $360 savings). Take advantage of this offer on the latest Apple phones: iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16e, 16 Pro, and 16 Pro Max.
New customers can also sign up for any of Mint's 3-month introductory plans, including Unlimited, for just $15/month. That's 50% off the Unlimited plan, which comes with no hard data cap unlike many competitors in the space. A truly unlimited plan at $15/month is hard to beat. This limited-time offer runs through 9/15. Shop Now at Mint Mobile
Get the Samsung Galaxy S25+ 256GB along with 24 months of Mint's Unlimited plan for $30 a month. It's a total savings of $800 — $440 on the phone, and $360 on the plan. It requires port-in, and a $920 upfront payment. The plan renews at its normal price (currently $30 a month) when the two years are up unless cancelled. Buy Now at Mint Mobile
- unlimited talk & text
- high speed data
- free mobile hotspot (up to 10GB/mo)
No trade is required for a savings of $200, dropping the 256GB option to $1,100. The trade offer is for up to $580 off, dropping potential starting prices to $720, depending upon the value of your trade. Shop Now at Samsung
Order the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, and save $120 off the top. Then, when you trade your current device, you'll save up to another $530. Alternatively, save $220 with no trade required. Shop Now at Samsung
Get the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 256GB along with 24 months of Mint's Unlimited plan for $51 a month. It's a total savings of $800 — $440 on the phone, and $360 on the plan. It requires port-in, and a $1,220 upfront payment. The plan renews at its normal price (currently $30 a month) when the two years are up unless cancelled. Buy Now at Mint Mobile
- unlimited talk & text
- high speed data
- free mobile hotspot (up to 10GB/mo)
Save $800 on the Google Pixel 9 128GB, paired with two years of Mint's Unlimited plan — that's $440 off the phone, and half off the plan. It requires port-in, and an upfront payment of $720 for 24 months of service. The plan renews at its normal price (currently $30 a month) when the two years are up unless cancelled. Buy Now at Mint Mobile
- unlimited talk & text
- high speed data free
- mobile hotspot (up to 10GB/mo)
That's $17 under Amazon and the lowest price we've ever seen. A 1-year Allstate warranty applies. Buy Now at eBay
Ahead of the Galaxy Unpacked event on July 9, you can enter your details to "reserve" your interest in the upcoming announcements, and you'll get a $50 Samsung credit if you go on to preorder the reserved device. You'll also get enhanced trade-in values and other bonuses that combine for up to an extra $1,150 in savings. Shop Now at Samsung
Get the Samsung Galaxy S25 128GB along with 24 months of Mint's Unlimited plan for $30 a month. It's a total savings of $800 — $440 on the phone, and $360 on the plan. It requires port-in, and a $720 upfront payment. The plan renews at its normal price (currently $30 a month) when the two years are up unless cancelled. Buy Now at Mint Mobile
- unlimited talk & text
- high speed data
- free mobile hotspot (up to 10GB/mo)
Get this phone, which only launched a month ago, along with two years of Mint's Unlimited plan, for just $43 per month. It's an $800 savings in total — $440 on the phone, and $360 on the plan. It requires port-in, and an upfront payment of $1,020 for 24 months of service. The plan renews at its normal price (currently $30 a month) when the two years are up unless cancelled. Buy Now at Mint Mobile
- unlimited talk & text
- high speed data
- free mobile hotspot (up to 10GB/mo)
Verizon's Father's Day deals include an Apple iPhone 16 Pro, bundled with an iPad and Apple Watch, for free with a qualifying plan. There's a similar Samsung bundle for the Galaxy S25 too, and a Google Pixel bundle to boot. Plus, new customers and customers adding a new line can geta $300 Verizon gift card with their order. All this along with regular trade-in and new line offers Shop Now at Verizon
Android Phones: The Basics
Android refers to the operating system (OS) that many smartphones use. With so many Android smartphones to choose from, you might have trouble picking one--you can find cheap android deals or go all the way up to the latest and greatest smartphones. Let us help you find the best Android deals for you!
Android Phone Brands
Android’s main rival, Apple iOS, only runs on one brand of phone. Many brands use Android OS , making your options plentiful. Here are some popular Android smartphone brands:
- Samsung: The most popular Android OS phone producer, Samsung offers a variety of handsets to choose from — including the popular Galaxy S series. Samsung is frequently releasing new technology, so keep an eye out for deals for old and new devices alike. You can shop specific deals for Samsung devices here .
- Google: Google joined the smartphone game in 2013, and has been making waves ever since. Earlier versions of their Pixel phone utilizes Android OS. However, newer versions operate on Google’s Chrome OS. Shop Google deals here .
- Motorola: Motorola has been a household name in cell phones for decades. These days, Motorola offers unique features known as “ moto mods .” Smartphones are typically sold at a premium, but Motorola offers most of their phones at a very reasonable price. Be sure to browse our Motorola page for brand-specific deals.
- LG: LG’s low prices makes it another budget-friendly smartphone producer to consider. Frequently receiving 4+ star reviews from CNET , LG proves that consumers can have the features they love at a price they can afford. Peruse our LG sales and coupons here .
6 Smartphone Shopping Tips
Beyond simply finding deals on Android phones, shoppers may want to consider different factors to help narrow their choices. We’ve detailed a few of those considerations below:
1. Buy a Phone That’s Compatible With Your Carrier
Before purchasing a phone, it’s important to be sure the phone you’ve selected is compatible with your carrier. If you’re buying your phone directly from your carrier, this is a non-issue. However, if you’re shopping the unlocked phone deals featured on our site, you’ll want to check with your carrier to see if the phone is compatible.
2. Understand Smartphone Camera Specs
Smartphones are designed to do it all. One feature that many shoppers care about is the camera(s). When reviewing camera capabilities, there are a few things you should consider:
- Megapixels (MP): Megapixels are the millions of dots that, after being pieced together, create the image you see after taking a photograph. More pixels generally means greater clarity. Depending on how you wish to use your smartphone camera, you may only need the standard 12MP — even budget Android phones tend to sport at least a 12MP camera these days. For more information, you can check out this article .
- Pixel Size (µm): Possibly more important than megapixels is pixel size. If megapixels describe the entire photo, the individual pixels determine how vivid the photo will be .
- Aperture (f): In photography, aperture is the opening in a lens where light passes into the camera . The lower the aperture number (e.g. f/1.4), the greater the exposure. If you wish to take pictures at night, look for a low number.
- Lens: Most phones now have at least two lenses; typically, you’ll have a front-facing camera and a rear-facing camera. However, modern smartphones have up to five cameras on a single device, each contributing to different types of photography or video.
3. Pick the Right Smartphone Display
Your smartphone display is more than just the size of your screen (measured diagonally). If you plan to use your phone for gaming or streaming videos, it’s important to consider other key display specs:
- Refresh rate (Hz): the number of times your screen updates with new images per second (e.g., 120Hz means the screen updates 120 times per second). The higher the refresh rate, the smoother your picture will be.
- Pixels Per Inch (PPI): describes exactly that, the number of pixels per inch of the screen. This is important in determining the clarity of your picture - it’s important to review this number over screen size because a bigger screen doesn’t always translate to a larger PPI.
4. Be Sure Your Phone Has Enough Memory
Its easy to find a cheap android smartphone and not much attention to memory. But this may not be the place to skimp for everyone. Memory is described in two ways, RAM and storage.
- RAM: Random-access memory is like the short-term memory of your smartphone computer. You utilize RAM when you switch between active apps, for example. The more RAM you have, the faster your device — this is especially important if you typically have multiple apps running in the background.
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Storage: Android phone storage can be broken down into three categories: internal, external, and cloud storage.
- Internal Storage - This is the amount of storage your phone has onboard. Many devices are priced according to this onboard storage.
- External storage - Also known as expandable storage, many phones offer the option to increase the storage of a handset through devices like Micro-SD cards.
- Cloud storage - This is storage you can access via the internet and apps. Many times, carriers and/or phone brands will offer a limited amount of cloud storage to their consumers.
5. Explore Extra Smartphone Features
There are plenty of other features you can look at when purchasing your Android phone. Some include security (fingerprint sensors, facial recognition), virtual assistants (Amazon Alexa, Samsung’s Bixby, Google Assistant), and accessibility features (like flash notifications, transcription services, or hearing aid support).
6. Set Up a DealNews Alert
You can set up an email alert or notifications for Android phone deals on your profile page , or by clicking the “Create an Alert” button (located at the bottom of any category or search result page on DealNews).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which brand has the best Android phone deals?
The landscape for Android phones is frequently changing; pricing and deals are always competitive. Be sure to keep an eye on our Android cell phone deals, as well as the Android manufacturer brand pages, such as Samsung , LG , and Motorola .
How do I know which phone to purchase?
Your selection of Android phones is quite large, so choosing a device can be hard. Decide on how you wish to use your phone, and determine which features are most important to you. Then you can review and compare devices on websites such as CNET or PCMag . Once you’ve settled on an Android smartphone, don’t forget to check out DealNews for all the best Android sales.
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