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Best Black Friday phone deals 2024 live: Huge savings on iPhone 16, Samsung Galaxy S24, Pixel 9 and more

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Picking up an iPhone 16 Pro, but want to get some extra goodies with it? Verizon is giving away an Apple Watch series 10 and iPad with the purchase of any 5G iPhone. So long as you sign up for eligible Unlimited plans lasting at least 36 months.

Plus the iPhone 16 Pro doesn’t need to cost you anything, so long as you have the right phone to trade in first.There’s a lot to love about the iPhone 16 Pro. It’s grown in size this year, allowing Apple to fit in the 5x tetraprism lens for longer optical zoom. There’s also the brand new Camera Control button, Visual Intelligence, much-improved battery life and more.

iPhone 16 Pro: Free w/ iPad and Apple Watch 10 @ Verizon

Google Pixel 9 Pro in hand

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If you’re looking to pick up the Google Pixel 9 Pro as cheaply as possible, then head to Best Buy. The retailer has knocked $300 off the price of the phone, meaning you’ll pay just $699 — so long as you connect to a carrier during the checkout process.

The benefits of having the Pro model, rather than the standard Pixel 9, are that it has a better and brighter Super Actua display, a 48MP telephoto lens with 5x optical zoom, faster wireless charging, and a bunch of exclusive features like Video Boost. And despite the price hikes you can now pick it up at a serious discount.

Google Pixel 9 Pro: was $999 now $699 @ Best Buy

Moto G Stylus 5G 2024 deal

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If you’re looking for a premium-feeling phone without the high price tag, then the Moto G Stylus 5G might be up your street. While it can’t compete with ultra-premium phones like iPhone 16, it still offers an excellent display with a long battery life — all wrapped up in a smart design. Plus it has stylus support, which is rare on phones as it is.

The Moto G Stylus normally costs $399, which is pretty cheap, but Amazon’s Black Friday sale has knocked it down to $237 — A $162 saving.

Moto G Stylus 5G: was $399 now $237 @ Amazon

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If you’re after a Pixel 9 and a new phone plan, then Mint Mobile has the deal for you. The carrier has knocked $500 off the cost of a Pixel 9 — bringing the total to $299. The only catch is you also need to sign up for a 12-month phone plan.

Fortunately those are also discounted for Black Friday, and you can get Unlimited data for just $15 a month — which is half off. The plans also come with 5G and tethering as standard, unlimited texts and minutes, free calls to Canada and Mexico, plus automatic phone unlocking after 60 days have passed — letting you switch to another carrier once your plan ends.

Google Pixel 9: was $799 now $299 @ Mint Mobile


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Foldable phones have a certain stigma when it comes to price, however, a recent Black Friday deal has cut the cost of the Galaxy Z Flip 6 to under $800. That means you can get one of the best foldables for the same price as an iPhone 16.

The Galaxy Z Flip 6 has a lot to offer the average user, from a more durable design, a better low-light camera performance and a wealth of Galaxy AI features. That means you get things like Circle to search and the AI photo suite, but more importantly the interpreter mode that works with the FlexWindow to make translating a breeze.

Galaxy Z Flip 6 256GB: was $1,099 now $799 @ Amazon


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The Fan Edition Samsung phones tend to be released later than the mainline phones, and often for cheaper. However, Black Friday is a time when you can really grab some great deals and there’s one that makes the affordable Galaxy S24 FE even cheaper.

Currently, you can grab the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE for as little as $534 from Amazon, that’s a 25% decrease from the usual cost of $709. For that, you’re getting a phone that we stated could be a mainline phone alongside the Galaxy S24 thanks to the display, cameras and the Galaxy AI features available on the device.

Samsung Galaxy S24 FE 256GB: was $709 now $534 @ Amazon


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If you happen to be looking for a new phone but aren’t fussed about all the bells and whistles then I can recommend this latest deal from BestBuy for the iPhone 14 Plus. Right now it is possible to grab one of Apple’s best iPhones for only $629.

The iPhone 14 Plus is a visual upgrade over the iPhone 14 thanks to the increased 6.7-inch display. There’s also a pretty decent set of 12MP cameras and the relatively powerful A15 bionic chip. If you just want a decent phone and have no interest in AI then you’d be hard-pressed to find something better.

iPhone 14 Plus 128GB: was $729 now $639 @ BestBuy


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Grabbing some of the best phones can be expensive, but right now you can grab the Google Pixel 9 for the cheapest price ever, but only the 128GB porcelain color. For only $548, which is 31% off from the base price of $799, you get fantastic cameras, a new brighter display, improved battery life and RAM, not to mention some great AI features.

It’s worth noting that the Google Pixel 9‘s Tensor G4 chip isn’t the best on the market, and falls behind some of the other options. However, you are getting a lot of power for a little under $600, and that should make it a major consideration for anyone looking to save a bit of cash.

Google Pixel 9 128GB: was $799 now $548 @ Amazon

iPhone 16 Pro shown held in hand

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Retailers aren’t the only ones with phone offers this Black Friday either. AT&T has a whole range of offers for those of you picking up the iPhone 16 Pro — including up to $1,000 off if you trade in an eligible phone first.

But that’s not all. The carrier is also offering $200 off when you sign up for a new line online, and the opportunity to pick up an iPad 10th gen or Apple Watch SE for just $0.99 a month. That means you’ll have paid less than $36 by the time your 36-month plan ends.

iPhone 16 Pro: Free w/ trade-in at AT&T

Piel 8a being held in hand with lowest price sticker

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There’s no shortage of cheap Android phones out there, but there are a bunch of reasons why we recommend Google’s Pixel 8a. The main one being that it has all the benefits of a flagship Pixel device, without the associated costs. That means first access to new Android software, Tensor-powered AI features, excellent cameras, a good screen and, in the case of the Pixel 8a, solid battery life as well.

The good news is that the Pixel 8a is down to $299 at Best Buy, which is the lowest price we’ve ever seen it. The only catch is that you need to connect to a carrier during checkout, or you’ll end up having to pay an extra $100.

Google Pixel 8a: was $499 now $299 @ Best Buy

Motorola Razr 2024

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Most foldable phones on sale right now are expensive, but the flip phone models are quite a bit cheaper — especially if you buy from Motorola. Right now you can grab a Motorola Razr 2024 for $424 at Amazon. That’s $275 off the usual price, but only if you buy it in Spritz Orange. The Back Sand and Koala Gay models are $24 more.

The 2024 Razr is pretty similar to last year’s Razr Plus. Wit it you get a large 3.6-inch cover display, a 50MP main camera, 4,200 mAh battery and 30W charging, plus a vegan leather exterior with improved durability. Sadly the second camera is a macro lens, rather than ultrawide or telephoto, so bear that in mind.

Motorola Razr 2024: was $699 now $424 @ Amazon

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The good thing about Black Friday phone deals are that they make even the most expensive phones a lot more affordable. Case in point, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 — which is now $582 off at Amazon. It’ll still cost you $1,317, so it’s by no means cheap, but it’s a lot more palatable than $1,899.

The Z Fold 6’s main attraction is the large 7.6-inch foldable display, which gives you a tablet-like experience with all the portability of a phone. Samsung’s also improved this model with a thinner and lighter design, boosted durability, exclusive Galaxy AI features and excellent performance from the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6: was $1,899 now $1,317 @ Amazon

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Even Apple is getting involved with the Black Friday festivities. The annual Apple Store Shopping Event has just kicked off, and while Apple isn’t discounting anything buying the right device will net you an Apple gift card of varying amounts. But only if you buy before the end of December 2 — aka Cyber Monday

iPhone 16 isn’t part of this offer, but the iPhone 15 will come with a $75 gift card when you buy. Meanwhile if you want something a little cheaper, iPhone 14 comes with $50 gift credit and iPhone SE nets you $25 back. Then those cards can go towards buying something to complement your new phone — like a case or a charger.

iPhone 15: Free $75 gift card with purchase @ Apple
iPhone 14:
Free $50 gift card with purchase @ Apple
iPhone SE:
Free $25 gift card with purchase @ Apple

Galaxy S24 Ultra being held in hand to take pictures with a price drop badge

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The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is one of the best phones you can buy right now, but it isn’t cheap. Fortunately Amazon has knocked the price down by $250 for Black Friday — meaning you’ll have to pay $949 instead of $1,299.

The Galaxy S24 Ultra offers a lot for that price too. Not only does it have a gorgeous 6.8-inch display, it also offers a 200MP main camera, up to 100x zoom, over 16 hours of battery life in our testing, a built-in S Pen, support for Galaxy AI and more. And all with $250 off if you’re quick about it.

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra: was $1,299 now $949 @ Amazon

Best iPhone SE deals

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iPhones aren’t know for being cheap, but the iPhone SE can offer that same iPhone experience in a much cheaper package. More so now that Black Friday is here, thanks to Walmart knocking the phone down to $149. Which is a fantastic deal, provided you’re happy being locked to either Straight Talk or the Walmart Family carriers.

There’s a lot packed into the iPhone SE. Excellent cameras for a cheap phone, 5G connectivity, a more durable design than you’d expect and a compact design — thanks to it being the smallest iPhone around. The design may be a bit dated, but it’s still an excellent phone, particularly when the price is this low.

iPhone SE (Straight Talk): was $429 now $149 @ Walmart
iPhone SE (Walmart Family):
was $429 now $149 @ Walmart

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Black Friday phone deals cover a lot more than the phones themselves. Carriers are also offering discounts and offers on their service plans, but few seem to be as appealing at Mint Mobile — which is offering plans from as little as $15 a month.

You have two options with this deal. If you want to keep your existing phone and only go to Mint for your data, then you’re only eligible for the $15 deal for 3 months. But if you buy a new phone as well, that offers extends up to a year. Best of all the deal applies to all Mint’s data plans, including Unlimited — which is essentially half off the normal price

Other perks of Mint include tethering and 5G at no extra cost, unlimited minutes and texts, Wi-Fi calling plus free calls to Mexico and Canada. Ryan Reynolds has to call home sometimes, after all.

3 months unlimited data: was $30/month now $15/month @ Mint Mobile
12 months unlimited data:
was $30/month now $15/month with any phone @ Mint Mobile

Hand holding up an iPhone 16 handset with Black Friday deal badge overlaid

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If you’re looking for a brand new iPhone 16, then you can’t get any better that this deal from Amazon and Boost Mobile. With it, you can pick up the iPhone 16 for $0.01 with no trade-ins required. That’s not a typo, it really will cost you a single penny. The only catch is you have to sign up for a Boost Infinite unlimited data plan, which starts at $65 a month.

While the iPhone 16 doesn’t have quite as impressive a camera or display compared to iPhone 16 Pro, it’s still one of the best phones around. Not only does it have strong battery life and performance from the A18 chip, it also has the new camera control button and full access to Apple Intelligence — including the new Visual Intelligence AI vision mode.

iPhone 16: was $799 now $0.01 @ Amazon

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