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I test iPhone, Galaxy, and Pixel phones for a living, and these are the Cyber Monday phone deals you can’t miss out on

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Let’s move away from iPhones, Samsung phones, and Google Pixel phones for the moment, and focus on deals on three of the best OnePlus phones.

The OnePlus 12 is a compact powerhouse with a unique camera setup that’s been tuned in partnership with Hasselblad, while the OnePlus 12R is a similar-looking phone with slightly lower-spec internals (though it still boasts best-in-class battery life). The OnePlus Open, meanwhile, has sat atop our list of the best foldable phones for over a year (yes, it’s that good!). So, if you’re someone who likes to stand out from the crowd, any of these three OnePlus phones are excellent options in 2024.

OnePlus 12: was $899.99 now $549.99 at OnePlus
OnePlus 12R: was $499.99 now $399.99 at OnePlus
OnePlus Open: was $1,699.99 now $1,199.99 at OnePlus

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The Samsung Galaxy S24 is an impressive all-rounder that packs a lot of premium specs into its frame, like a 6.3-inch 120Hz display and a 3x telephoto camera. Thanks to this Cyber Monday deal, you can get the phone at Amazon for a record-low $659.99 (was $799.99), which is better than Samsung’s own Cyber Monday deal.

In our Samsung Galaxy S24 review, we found this phone to pack a lot of punch in its compact frame, offering exceptional performance, and great photography while making improvements on the software and battery side of things. You also benefit from Samsung’s famously robust build quality and Galaxy AI toolkit.

Samsung Galaxy S24: was $799.99 now $659.99 at Amazon

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Let’s talk iPhones. Specifically, the iPhone 15 series.

If you want your next iPhone to be compatible with Apple Intelligence, you’ll need to look out for deals on the iPhone 16 or iPhone 15 Pro. However, if you’re not fussed about Apple’s latest (and still incomplete) software package, then the standard iPhone 15 remains a stylish, feature-packed, and largely future-proof option.

Best Buy’s $689.99 device-only Cyber Monday price isn’t anything exceptional, but it’s the best you’ll find in the US right now. If you’re ready to commit to a new Verizon or AT&T plan, that deal price is dramatically improved to $589.99. Both prices were $10 cheaper on Black Friday proper, but these are still deals worth considering before the sales season ends tomorrow.

iPhone 15: was $729.99 now $589.99 with a new line at Best Buy

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Want a Pixel phone, but not ready to spend $799? Here’s another deal for you…

The Google Pixel 8 Pro is only around a year old, and it still packs a serious punch when it comes to performance, photography, and AI potential. Thanks to this great Black Friday-turned-Cyber Monday deal, you can nab the Pixel 8 Pro at Amazon for $649 (was $999) right now, a ludicrously great price for a phone that still keeps pace with today’s premium flagships.

For the same price as the average mid-ranger, this deal offers an absolute powerhouse of a phone. You get a 6.7-inch display, the powerful Google Tensor G3 chipset, and a triple-camera system fitted with a 50MP main camera, a 48MP ultrawide camera, and a 48MP telephoto camera with 5x zoom.

Google Pixel 8 Pro: was $999 now $649 at Amazon

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Let’s kick things off with my favorite Black Friday-turned-Cyber Monday phone deal in the US: Samsung’s outrageous $800 discount on the Galaxy Z Fold 6.

Yes, you read that right – you can currently save a whopping $800 on Samsung’s flagship foldable, without needing to trade in… anything. No existing device. No arms or legs. There are literally no strings attached to this offer.

In our Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 review, we described the phone as “an excellent foldable [that] edges closer to perfection” thanks to its premium build quality, eye-popping dual display, and feature-packed Galaxy AI software. Our main issue with the Galaxy Z Fold 6 is (or rather was) its huge $1,899.99 price tag, but now, at $1,099, the phone is a much more realistic and appealing proposition.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6: was $1,899.99 now $1,099.99 at Samsung

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Welcome, Cyber Monday bargain hunters!

I’m rounding up the best Cyber Monday phone deals right here on this page, and you’re in luck, because there are still big savings to be taken advantage of on all manner of devices this year – from the best iPhones to the best Android phones.

I’ve been tracking phone deals in the US and UK for the past few weeks, so stay tuned for my recommendations as to which of this year’s bargains are actually worth your time. Godspeed, shoppers!

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