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Nov 6, 2026 8:54 AM

256GB Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Unlocked Smartphone (Various)

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Amazon has 256GB Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Unlocked Smartphone (3 Colors) on sale for $949.99. Shipping is free.

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Available Colors: Best Buy also has 256GB Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Unlocked Smartphone (4 Colors) on sale for $949.99. Shipping is free.

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Amazon has 256GB Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Unlocked Smartphone (3 Colors) on sale for $949.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member phoinix for sharing this deal.

Available Colors: Best Buy also has 256GB Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Unlocked Smartphone (4 Colors) on sale for $949.99. Shipping is free.

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It's a shame we can't get Xiaomi or a few other brands in the USA with their better RAM and functionality. We're stuck with the same two companies, which keep repeating their designs and downgrading their phones while raising prices
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The Galaxy S26 Ultra is being framed as a premium unlocked Android flagship, with the strongest appeal coming from its current pricing versus Apple and Samsung alternatives. The 256GB model is seen as competitive around the high 800s to low 900s, especially with Samsung employee pricing, trade in credits, or accessory bundles, and Best Buy pickup is available. The main hesitation is timing and value, since the S27 Ultra is expected soon and the S26 Ultra is described as only an incremental update. That makes it feel like a solid option if you want the phone now, but not if you are waiting for the next refresh.

  • The deal can be competitive for Android switchers because it is framed as roughly iPhone-equivalent pricing after Apple raised older-model prices.

    drsnowmon

  • Samsung.com pricing reportedly drops to about $930 plus accessory costs when buyers want it without waiting.

    mariamad706

  • A Samsung trade-in reportedly brings the price down to $679 for a new purchase when trading an S25 Ultra.

    hemidakota

  • An employer education purchase program reportedly lowers the price to $880 and adds a $300 accessory credit.

    PowerfulShop6437

  • The 256GB configuration is criticized as too small for the money, with the expectation that the phone should land in the high $700s.

    canyoudoless

  • Samsung.com pricing reportedly shows $849 already, which suggests the Amazon offer may be higher than Samsung's current price.

    pegase

  • Waiting for the S27 Ultra is recommended because the S27U upgrade is expected to be incremental rather than revolutionary, making the timing decision less clear.

    Enceladus

  • The best Samsung.com price reportedly appears at $999 when bundled with Galaxy Buds4, which can raise the effective cost if you do not want the bundle.

    Bobster991

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Nov 6, 2026 9:36 AM
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drsnowmonNov 6, 2026 9:36 AM
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This is about the price of a standard iPhone 17 after Apple raised prices on all its older models. If you're in the Android ecosystem or want to try a new phone, IMO, this is the one to get.
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Nov 6, 2026 9:52 AM
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Hen_PeckerNov 6, 2026 9:52 AM
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Is this worth jumping on or should I wait until black Friday? Both the wife and I need new ones (iphone 12 64gb & s21+)
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Nov 6, 2026 10:07 AM
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4jason4Nov 6, 2026 10:07 AM
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Quote from Hen_Pecker View quoted comment :
Is this worth jumping on or should I wait until black Friday? Both the wife and I need new ones (iphone 12 64gb & s21+)
At this price I'd wait for the s27 ultra in 3 months. Should be a pretty big revision. If you need a phone right now and don't mind used they have s25 ultra 512gb for $600 on ebay slickdeals
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Nov 6, 2026 12:13 PM
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canyoudolessNov 6, 2026 12:13 PM
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I miss Samsung 3-4 years ago when actually did great deals. S26 Ultra is inferior to S25 Ultra yet more expensive than ever. This phone should be around high $700s with that pathetic storage
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Nov 6, 2026 1:11 PM
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A2B2Nov 6, 2026 1:11 PM
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Best buy has all the colors of 256GB at the same price. Would Amazon price match?
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Nov 6, 2026 1:13 PM
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mariamad706Nov 6, 2026 1:13 PM
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Quote from Hen_Pecker View quoted comment :
Is this worth jumping on or should I wait until black Friday? Both the wife and I need new ones (iphone 12 64gb & s21+)
Go to the Samsung website or apps you will get it at 930 plus 150 accessories if you don't want to wait a little longer.
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Nov 6, 2026 1:45 PM
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AlpineManNov 6, 2026 1:45 PM
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If you can wait, go for the unlocked S27 Ultra 512gb pre-order at Google Fi. My son and I did it for the S26 Ultra 512gb for $650 and $20/mo for 4 months. We both have Fi referrals that offset the monthlies. It is unlocked out of the box. Search the threads here for the S26U for more details. It will be the same steps for the upcoming S27U.

We would then sell our S26U for the same price as the S27U, making our upgrade for free. Been doing this annually since the S23U.
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Nov 6, 2026 2:00 PM
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4SKZ8Nov 6, 2026 2:00 PM
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Quote from AlpineMan View quoted comment :
If you can wait, go for the unlocked S27 Ultra 512gb pre-order at Google Fi. My son and I did it for the S26 Ultra 512gb for $650 and $20/mo for 4 months. We both have Fi referrals that offset the monthlies. It is unlocked out of the box. Search the threads here for the S26U for more details. It will be the same steps for the upcoming S27U. We would then sell our S26U for the same price as the S27U, making our upgrade for free. Been doing this annually since the S23U.
Is the Google fi pre-order promo only for existing Fi customers? Can new customers take advantage of it?
Nov 6, 2026 2:03 PM
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Bobster991Nov 6, 2026 2:03 PM
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Quote from mariamad706 View quoted comment :
Go to the Samsung website or apps you will get it at 930 plus 150 accessories if you don't want to wait a little longer.
Best I could find on Samsung.com was $999 with the Galaxy Buds4 for an additional $12. They did offer pickup at Best Buy though which was nice. Since I waited this long, I might as well hope for a Black Friday deal or 3 months for them to either drop prices when the S27 comes out... if that happens :-O
Nov 6, 2026 2:04 PM
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AuracastNov 6, 2026 2:04 PM
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It's a shame we can't get Xiaomi or a few other brands in the USA with their better RAM and functionality. We're stuck with the same two companies, which keep repeating their designs and downgrading their phones while raising prices
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Nov 6, 2026 2:09 PM
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PowerfulShop6437Nov 6, 2026 2:09 PM
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I have epp for $880, with $300 credit towards accessories
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Nov 6, 2026 2:24 PM
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hemidakotaNov 6, 2026 2:24 PM
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With a trade-in at Samsung for an S25 Ultra, the price is now 679 new.
Nov 6, 2026 3:04 PM
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Angelo1922Nov 6, 2026 3:04 PM
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Quote from Hen_Pecker View quoted comment :
Is this worth jumping on or should I wait until black Friday? Both the wife and I need new ones (iphone 12 64gb & s21+)
Buy it now and just don't open it. If a better price comes by on Black Friday, return this one and purchase the new one. If not, you have it ready and waiting!
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Nov 6, 2026 4:22 PM
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AlpineManNov 6, 2026 4:22 PM
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Quote from 4SKZ8 View quoted comment :
Is the Google fi pre-order promo only for existing Fi customers? Can new customers take advantage of it?
My son was a new customer.

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Nov 7, 2026 7:47 AM
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teeheesNov 7, 2026 7:47 AM
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Quote from AlpineMan View quoted comment :
If you can wait, go for the unlocked S27 Ultra 512gb pre-order at Google Fi. My son and I did it for the S26 Ultra 512gb for $650 and $20/mo for 4 months. We both have Fi referrals that offset the monthlies. It is unlocked out of the box. Search the threads here for the S26U for more details. It will be the same steps for the upcoming S27U.

We would then sell our S26U for the same price as the S27U, making our upgrade for free. Been doing this annually since the S23U.
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