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Jan 6, 2021 1:22 PM

New Google Fi Customers: Samsung Galaxy S20, S20+ or S20 Ultra 5G Smartphones

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$1,000

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Google Fi is offering their Google Fi Smartphones: Samsung Galaxy S20, S20+ or S20 Ultra for $600 Off Discount when you purchase/activate and bring/transfer your number to Google Fi Service valid for New Google Fi Customers only. See pricing/details below.

Thanks to community member rookie1001 for finding this deal

Note, offer is valid for New Google Fi/Google Pay accounts only.

Available Option(s)Promotional Terms/Conditions [Details]
  • How do I qualify for the $600 discount as a new Fi customer?
    • A new Fi customer is somebody who is new to Google Fi on either a new plan, or a new member as a part of an existing group plan.
    • To qualify for the $600 discount, you need to:
      • Activate the Samsung S20, S20+, or S20 Ultra on a full service plan (data-only SIMs do not qualify) within 30 days of the shipment confirmation email and remain active on Google Fi for 90 consecutive days.
      • You must also bring/transfer your number to Fi within 30 days of the shipment confirmation email. Fi-to-Fi number transfers are not eligible.
      • If you choose to get a new number, you will not receive the $600 discount.
  • How do I qualify for the $600 discount as an existing Fi customer?
    • An existing Fi customer is somebody who has been active on Fi on or before January 5th, 2020.
    • To qualify for the $600 discount, you need to:
      • Activate the Samsung S20, S20+, or S20 Ultra on the same account used to purchase the phone.
      • Activate the phone on a full service plan (data-only SIMs do not qualify) within 30 days of the shipment confirmation email and remain active on Google Fi for 90 consecutive days.
    • The discounted price will automatically apply during checkout. If you do not meet the conditions above, the discounted amount will be charged to your Google Pay account to match the full price of the phone.

Editor's Notes

Written by Discombobulated | Staff
  • Trade-In is not required for this deal, however, to get potentially more savings, you may opt-in for that option. See product/promotional page for more details
  • This deal offers an extra $100 Off from the previous popular deal of $100 more seen in the recent forum thread; good deal if you're looking to grab this smartphone w/ this service provider
  • You'll have the option to pay off device at full price or opt-in for a monthly charge per smartphone pricing specifications
  • Account must be active and in good standing to receive discount/offer
  • Offer valid while promotion/supplies last
Additional Note
  • Please refer to the forum thread for additional details - Discombobulated

Original Post

Written by rookie1001
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Community Notes
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Google Fi is offering their Google Fi Smartphones: Samsung Galaxy S20, S20+ or S20 Ultra for $600 Off Discount when you purchase/activate and bring/transfer your number to Google Fi Service valid for New Google Fi Customers only. See pricing/details below.

Thanks to community member rookie1001 for finding this deal

Note, offer is valid for New Google Fi/Google Pay accounts only.

Available Option(s)Promotional Terms/Conditions [Details]
  • How do I qualify for the $600 discount as a new Fi customer?
    • A new Fi customer is somebody who is new to Google Fi on either a new plan, or a new member as a part of an existing group plan.
    • To qualify for the $600 discount, you need to:
      • Activate the Samsung S20, S20+, or S20 Ultra on a full service plan (data-only SIMs do not qualify) within 30 days of the shipment confirmation email and remain active on Google Fi for 90 consecutive days.
      • You must also bring/transfer your number to Fi within 30 days of the shipment confirmation email. Fi-to-Fi number transfers are not eligible.
      • If you choose to get a new number, you will not receive the $600 discount.
  • How do I qualify for the $600 discount as an existing Fi customer?
    • An existing Fi customer is somebody who has been active on Fi on or before January 5th, 2020.
    • To qualify for the $600 discount, you need to:
      • Activate the Samsung S20, S20+, or S20 Ultra on the same account used to purchase the phone.
      • Activate the phone on a full service plan (data-only SIMs do not qualify) within 30 days of the shipment confirmation email and remain active on Google Fi for 90 consecutive days.
    • The discounted price will automatically apply during checkout. If you do not meet the conditions above, the discounted amount will be charged to your Google Pay account to match the full price of the phone.

Editor's Notes

Written by Discombobulated | Staff
  • Trade-In is not required for this deal, however, to get potentially more savings, you may opt-in for that option. See product/promotional page for more details
  • This deal offers an extra $100 Off from the previous popular deal of $100 more seen in the recent forum thread; good deal if you're looking to grab this smartphone w/ this service provider
  • You'll have the option to pay off device at full price or opt-in for a monthly charge per smartphone pricing specifications
  • Account must be active and in good standing to receive discount/offer
  • Offer valid while promotion/supplies last
Additional Note
  • Please refer to the forum thread for additional details - Discombobulated

Original Post

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hzkb
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US version is single sim.
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tlstanek91
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Wow great deal. You could use the S20 as a stepping stone to the S21 by trading it in next year. You may even get more than $400 trade in credit.
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hzkb
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It's unlocked, but you need to stay in fi for 90 days to get your $600 discount
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Jan 16, 2021 6:12 PM
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M0T49Jan 16, 2021 6:12 PM
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I read that Snapdragon 888 processor is having overheating problem similar to A14 on iphone 12. The X1 core seems to be too powerful for the cooling solution in the phone.

Maybe S20 could be the right choice for me.
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Jan 16, 2021 6:17 PM
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WolvMarineJan 16, 2021 6:17 PM
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Quote from M0T49 View quoted comment :
I read that Snapdragon 888 processor is having overheating problem similar to A14 on iphone 12. The X1 core seems to be too powerful for the cooling solution in the phone.

Maybe S20 could be the right choice for me.
Can you note a reference? A quick google search didn't return anything of the sort.
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daltoJan 16, 2021 6:18 PM
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Quote from qqzj View quoted comment :
I have been using the phone a few days. The biggest inconvenience for me is that when using fingerprint to unlock the screen, I don't know exactly where I should press on the screen exactly. It is also a bit slower to respond than my Pixel 3XL. Does anyone knows a trick or two to fix/alleviate this problem? Thanks.
Coming from a Pixel as well and I noticed the same thing. While it is slower than the dedicated hardware on the pixel, I find it adequately fast. It is faster than I expected it to be.

The real problem for me is you have to put your finger in exactly the right spot which you can't do by feel. I am sure I will get used it.

Well worth the other trade-offs with the pixel.
Last edited by dalto January 16, 2021 at 10:22 AM.
Jan 16, 2021 6:37 PM
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WolvMarineJan 16, 2021 6:37 PM
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Quote from dalto View quoted comment :
Coming from a Pixel as well and I noticed the same thing. While it is slower than the dedicated hardware on the pixel, I find it adequately fast. It is faster than I expected it to be.

The real problem for me is you have to put your finger in exactly the right spot which you can't do by feel. I am sure I will get used it.

Well worth the other trade-offs with the pixel.
Yep same here too. But, my case has a plastic screen cover and the spot for the fingerprint is thinner and visually different than the surrounding plastic and it is a bit distracting while browsing the net but otherwise will eventually phase it out. Yes, it is about twice as long as the pixel dedicated sensor. I find myself pressing more firmly on this device as well at times. The Pixel has a similar plastic screen protector so may be my issue only?
Jan 16, 2021 7:18 PM
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daltoJan 16, 2021 7:18 PM
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Quote from WolvMarine View quoted comment :
Yep same here too. But, my case has a plastic screen cover and the spot for the fingerprint is thinner and visually different than the surrounding plastic and it is a bit distracting while browsing the net but otherwise will eventually phase it out. Yes, it is about twice as long as the pixel dedicated sensor. I find myself pressing more firmly on this device as well at times. The Pixel has a similar plastic screen protector so may be my issue only?
I would be curious if it is any better without the screen protector. It should come with a screen protector pre-installed so I guess you have two levels of screen protector or did you remove the original?
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spextarJan 16, 2021 7:29 PM
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Quote from dalto View quoted comment :
Coming from a Pixel as well and I noticed the same thing. While it is slower than the dedicated hardware on the pixel, I find it adequately fast. It is faster than I expected it to be.

The real problem for me is you have to put your finger in exactly the right spot which you can't do by feel. I am sure I will get used it.

Well worth the other trade-offs with the pixel.
Quote from WolvMarine View quoted comment :
Yep same here too. But, my case has a plastic screen cover and the spot for the fingerprint is thinner and visually different than the surrounding plastic and it is a bit distracting while browsing the net but otherwise will eventually phase it out. Yes, it is about twice as long as the pixel dedicated sensor. I find myself pressing more firmly on this device as well at times. The Pixel has a similar plastic screen protector so may be my issue only?
Quote from dalto View quoted comment :
I would be curious if it is any better without the screen protector. It should come with a screen protector pre-installed so I guess you have two levels of screen protector or did you remove the original?
There's another plastic screen protector below the plastic protector with hole near the fingerprint sensor.
If you look at the front facing camera at an angle, you'll see it.

I'm thinking this plastic might be reducing the efficiency of the FP scanner.
Jan 16, 2021 7:38 PM
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MaroonHealth811Jan 16, 2021 7:38 PM
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Quote from spextar View quoted comment :
There's another plastic screen protector below the plastic protector with hole near the fingerprint sensor.
If you look at the front facing camera at an angle, you'll see it.

I'm thinking this plastic might be reducing the efficiency of the FP scanner.
Another thing is,unlike oneplus the s20 doesn't have unlock hepatic feedback so you don't know right away when the phone is unlocked...

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Jan 16, 2021 7:42 PM
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spextarJan 16, 2021 7:42 PM
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Quote from MaroonHealth811 View quoted comment :
Another thing is,unlike oneplus the s20 doesn't have unlock hepatic feedback so you don't know right away when the phone is unlocked...
A71 does it too.
Yeah, the FP sensor performance on S20 is disappointing.
Jan 16, 2021 8:44 PM
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TimmmtJan 16, 2021 8:44 PM
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Anyone else experiencing a delayed shipment? Ordered on 1/10, originally said it was going to be delivered by 1/26 - 1/27, but it ended up getting shipped the next day on 1/11 via Fedex. The estimated delivery date updated to 1/13 - 1/14 on Google Fi page, but on 1/13, FedEx updated the scheduled delivery date to pending shipment.

I contacted Google Support and they are now saying it will be delivered by the original date 1/26 - 1/27. Seems odd that the package was shipped and in transit through the FedEx system and just stopped moving.
Jan 16, 2021 9:05 PM
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WolvMarineJan 16, 2021 9:05 PM
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Quote from dalto View quoted comment :
I would be curious if it is any better without the screen protector. It should come with a screen protector pre-installed so I guess you have two levels of screen protector or did you remove the original?
Yes the OEM and the one that comes with the case. I'm guessing a glass screen protector may not work with the fingerprint reader either
Jan 16, 2021 9:09 PM
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daltoJan 16, 2021 9:09 PM
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Quote from MaroonHealth811 View quoted comment :
Another thing is,unlike oneplus the s20 doesn't have unlock hepatic feedback so you don't know right away when the phone is unlocked...
I guess they decided it was better to offer haptics on a failed fp scan and use audio for a successful one. Seems like an odd choice though.
Jan 16, 2021 9:45 PM
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MaroonHealth811Jan 16, 2021 9:45 PM
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Quote from WolvMarine View quoted comment :
Yes the OEM and the one that comes with the case. I'm guessing a glass screen protector may not work with the fingerprint reader either
You mean you put a glass protector on top of the plastic one that came with the phone??? How could you do that my man...
Jan 16, 2021 10:01 PM
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daltoJan 16, 2021 10:01 PM
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Playing with the FP scanner more and it is actually pretty fast. The problem, as others have stated, is that you don't know when it is done. It finishes scanning well before you get a visual or audio cue that the phone is unlocked.
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smallpennyJan 16, 2021 10:24 PM
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For anyone wondering about using the phone with your non-fi carrier, I've now gotten an email by Google with my first bill and there's no charge.

I activated the fi sim via the fi app in the S20 the moment I received it and installed all the updates then did a factory reset which also deleted the app. While it was booting during factory reset, I took out the fi sim and inserted my main carrier sim and I have not yet received any notification on my credit card of any $600 charges.

My next bill is February 15th. If google deems I have broken the promo criteria, I'd believe I would see it by the next bill. I am extremely confident you can use the phone with another carrier sim as long as the fi sim is not used in another phone. Will report back if I get charged.
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mvdeckardJan 16, 2021 10:52 PM
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Anyone planning to trade in their $399 Fi S20 for an S21? The newer processor is the only thing interesting about it, really.

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