TRADE-IN OVERVIEW
SAMSUNG TRADE-IN PROGRAM TERMS/CONDITIONS [samsung.com]
SAMSUNG TRADE-IN FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS [samsung.com]
Overview:
If Samsung is processing trade-ins like prior deals, you will receive instructions by email--along with a prepaid shipping label--around the time your new phone arrives. You can also print the label from your online Samsung account.
You will send in the phone only (no boxes, chargers, SIMs, cases, etc.). Phone must be factory reset and have no passwords or locks. Good practice: Make a VIDEO and take photos of the phone, including showing some functions, to prove the condition if Samsung challenges you after inspecting the phone.
Common questions...
My phone has scratches [or burn in or faulty Bluetooth or fill in the blank]. Will Samsung accept the phone? Will the trade in amount be reduced? According to the FAQ, "Your device must have no breaks, cracks, or other defects that go beyond normal wear and tear." Is your issue normal wear and tear?
When/how will I get instructions for trading in my phone? Samsung will send you an email with the subject "Welcome to the Samsung Trade-In Program." The email will arrive anywhere from the day the phone ships to a few days after the phone arrives. It includes a link to download a pre-paid shipping label. You have 15 days from receipt of the email to ship the trade in. You can also get the shipping label for the trade in from your online Samsung account under order details.
Two commonly asked questions about financed and leased phones:
1. The device I'm trading in is one that I bought using an equal payment or other financing plan, and I still have payments left on it. Can I still trade it in?
Yes – however, please note that all remaining payments on the device you're trading in are your responsibility. You may also be subject to additional fees. Check with your current carrier for details.
2. I lease my device. Can I trade it in?
No – leased devices are not eligible for this Trade-In Promotion unless you purchase the leased device from your carrier before trading it in. Check with your carrier for details.
SALES TAX
Samsung charges sales tax based on your State's requirements. Some States charge sales tax on the pre trade-in price, other States after the trade-in is applied. This is not Samsung playing games.
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Preorder | Samsung Galaxy s25 Ultra - $399 after trade - $399 in Galaxy S24 Ultra | Free Memory Upgrade and $130 samsung Credit or TAB A9+ 64GB for $35
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Standard cost for that plan is $269, its currently on a 15% discount which lowers it down to $228.
The $130 credit lowers that down to $98.
I would love to pay less, but I'm tired already just to think about keeping track of future "offers".
Sure there will be backlash because they are removing a feature at the end of the day, but when it's a feature that the majority of the community don't touch after day one, it just makes sense. Again, this is from my experience and interactions with people who had the feature available, could be different for you.
Galaxy S25 Ultra Unlocked 512GB $1,419
Samsung Care+ with Theft 2 Years $228
S22U Trade in -$600
Instant Samsung Credit -$130
Storage Upgrade Credit -$120
TOTAL: $798.64
Keep in mind, I added the Samsung Care plus theft two year plan for $228. If I didn't go with Samsung Care the price would be... $570
Still haven't decided to buy in yet.
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Also had a great experience a few years ago when I stupidly cracked my S22U being traded right after ordering the S23U. After back and forth with support, a nice fella actually allowed me to ship the cracked device while still giving full trade value.
That said, these supposed "deals" suck. There doesn't appear to be any out of whack trades where one could pick up a cheaper device on eBay while privately selling a mint higher-value existing device for more than its TIV. My calcs average out to $350 net outlay after all annoying hoops one would have to go through to take advantage of spreads. For example, buying a cheaper lower specced S23U on eBay for less than TIV and private-sale of an existing better-specced mint S24U and currently discounted buds from this deal. That's way too much trouble and risk just to end up with nearly the same phone with a one year newer battery. Unless some other miracle comes through in the coming days/months, hard pass.
So, for best price need to choose either:
- S25 Ultra with Samsung Care+ 2 Yr plan or
- S25 Ultra with Buds3 Pro (Silver)
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Part of the credit for 512 and 1tb variants contribute to the discount. Remaining can be used for accessories. That's why different variants have different credit amounts.
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