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Samsung Galaxy A52 5G (T-Mobile - New Lines Only) $98.88

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Samsung appears to be working through its remaining stock of Galaxy A52 5G phones in preparation for the official announcement of the A53.

The A52 retails between $399 to $499 among reputable vendors but T-Mobile is currently selling it for $4.12 a month for 24 months ($98.88) + the cost of a standard phone plan.

This could very well be a price-error on T-Mobile's end because it's priced lower than the A03, A12, A13, and A32.

The phone is very mid-range, but it may be of interest to some because it appears to be the last Samsung phone to support a SD Card and Headphone jack. I purchased one at a retail location without any issues.

https://www.t-mobile.com/cell-pho...0214668912

Device Features:
  • 5G and 4G LTE data capability
  • 6.5" 2400 x 1080 Full HD+ 120Hz Super AMOLED display
  • Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G octa-core processor
  • 6GB RAM
  • 128GB built-in storage
  • Micro SD card slot (supports up to 1TB cards, not included)
  • Quad Rear Camera System: 64MP OIS (wide), 12MP(ultrawide), 5MP (macro), 5MP (depth)
  • Selfie Camera: 32MP
  • Dual Band AC WiFi / Bluetooth 5.0
  • Stereo Speakers
  • 3.5mm headphone jack
  • IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1 meter for 30 mins)
  • Optical under-display fingerprint sensor
  • USB 2.0 Type C Port w/ 25W Fast Charging
  • Large 4500 mAh non-removable battery
  • Android 11 (Samsung One UI 3.1)
  • Android 12 (One UI 4) has recently released for it
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Created 01-31-2022 at 01:24 PM by tallest1
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dovageris
01-31-2022 at 01:37 PM.
01-31-2022 at 01:37 PM.
If only they would sell the phone at that price for existing lines/customers.
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aykanahc
01-31-2022 at 01:39 PM.
01-31-2022 at 01:39 PM.
Sorry to ask a dumb question - Does it come unlocked out of box on this monthly payment ? it is prepaid, so I would assume no.
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01-31-2022 at 01:44 PM.
01-31-2022 at 01:44 PM.
Quote from aykanahc :
Sorry to ask a dumb question - Does it come unlocked out of box on this monthly payment ? it is prepaid, so I would assume no.
It is unlocked and you'll get monthly credits as long as you stay with T Mobile. If you leave early you will be billed for the amount still owing on the phone.
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tallest1
01-31-2022 at 01:47 PM.
01-31-2022 at 01:47 PM.
Quote from dovageris :
If only they would sell the phone at that price for existing lines/customers.
I was fortunate enough to be on a pre-paid T-Mobile plan at the time.
Quote from aykanahc :
Sorry to ask a dumb question - Does it come unlocked out of box on this monthly payment ? it is prepaid, so I would assume no.
Yes, it's locked and requires that you be on a postpaid plan. The unlocked phones are still firmly selling for $499.
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01-31-2022 at 01:50 PM.

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01-31-2022 at 01:50 PM.
Quote from tallest1 :
The phone is very mid-range, but it may be of interest to some because it appears to be the last Samsung phone to support a SD Card and Headphone jack. I purchased one at a retail location without any issues.
While this is certainly not a high-end phone, we're talking about $100 for a 6.5" Samsung AMOLED screen and more than serviceable specifications (including expandable storage).

That already checks a couple of flagship phone features. Add to that Samsung's commitment (which began with the A52) to support three years of monthly security updates and a fourth year of security updates (which could be quarterly or less). That kind of support used to be the exclusive domain of flagship phones.

This should definitely attract buyers who need a value but aren't picky about the camera (about the biggest feature that is significantly differentiated from a proper flagship phone). If you're like me, you're already using your "free" LG Velvet in this way, but for those coming in today this could be a compelling option.

Oh, and did I mention the headphone jack? Courage. Horse 2

Good luck!
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01-31-2022 at 01:51 PM.
01-31-2022 at 01:51 PM.
Quote from aykanahc :
Sorry to ask a dumb question - Does it come unlocked out of box on this monthly payment ? it is prepaid, so I would assume no.
It would be locked and expect it (even once unlocked) to be less than useful on Verizon (but likely fine enough for AT&T).

Good luck!
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01-31-2022 at 01:54 PM.
01-31-2022 at 01:54 PM.
Quote from mitchflorida :
It is unlocked and you'll get monthly credits as long as you stay with T Mobile. If you leave early you will be billed for the amount still owing on the phone.
Personally, I've been on a like-new Galaxy S8 on the same T-Mobile plan for over 5 years, so I can handle 2 years.
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ten80
01-31-2022 at 07:19 PM.
01-31-2022 at 07:19 PM.
It has been this price for at least a month. Picked one up a couple weeks ago. Not the greatest phone, but also pretty decent. 3.5mm jack, SD slot, decent screen, decent battery. Gets updates for 3 years. The fingerprint reader SUCKS!
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ten80
01-31-2022 at 07:21 PM.
01-31-2022 at 07:21 PM.
Quote from aykanahc :
Sorry to ask a dumb question - Does it come unlocked out of box on this monthly payment ? it is prepaid, so I would assume no.
It is locked, but can be unlocked after like 2 months. However, if you do not keep the TM plan for 2 years, you will be billed for the full $500 phone price.
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01-31-2022 at 11:31 PM.
01-31-2022 at 11:31 PM.
so cheapest plan is? 60?
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mitchflorida
02-01-2022 at 06:01 AM.
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Where does it say it is a locked phone? $504 for a locked phone? Balderdash.
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MisterBill
04-11-2022 at 08:58 PM.
04-11-2022 at 08:58 PM.
I see that they're now offering the newer A53 with the same deal. Debating whether to get an S22 or just go with this. I currently have an S10 which I like, but don't like that the S22 doesn't have a memory slot, and this phone does.
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04-18-2022 at 06:15 AM.
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Quote from zyf :
so cheapest plan is? 60?
Yup, I just can't see myself paying that much for a cell phone plan, rather go with a mvno like red pocket.
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smayonak
04-19-2022 at 09:24 AM.
04-19-2022 at 09:24 AM.
Quote from zyf :
so cheapest plan is? 60?
Yeah, you make a good point. T-mobile's prepaid paygo plan isn't an option for this deal. $60 x 24 = $1,440. Unlocked A52 is probably around $300.
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