Samsung Reduces Galaxy Z Fold 6 Pricing in Early January Promotion
Samsung is running an early January promotion for the Galaxy Z Fold 6, offering outstanding trade-in prices for your outdated gadgets, a complimentary subscription valued at $300, and marked-down accessories.
Generally speaking, when Samsung launches a new sale, they focus more on elevated trade-in prices rather than direct discounts. Although price reductions are generally the most attractive type of deal, Samsung has significantly upgraded its trade-in evaluations to some of the highest I've ever experienced.
The most advantageous deal is a generous $500 for any Google smartphone. Samsung does not have a comprehensive list of which Google phones they will accept. It's unclear if they will accept devices from the pre-Pixel era, as their terms and conditions do not provide further information. However, if there is a cutoff, Samsung would likely specify that they only accept Pixel handsets.
Purchasing a 2016 Google Pixel 1 for $500 is truly a remarkable opportunity that you won't find elsewhere, especially if you have an old Google device laying around and are considering buying the Z Fold 6.
More thrifty shoppers can find the original Pixel on the secondary market for less than $50. However, finding an eligible old device may be a challenge.
Newer smartphones, such as the Pixel 5a or Pixel 4 XL, can be purchased at a lower price and in better condition. Both of these can be obtained on eBay or Swappa for under $100.
Galaxy Z Fold 6 Trade-In Prices
Samsung also offers attractive trade-in prices for other smartphones, as shown below. Keep in mind that these are real-life trade-ins (phones that are more than two years old).
- Galaxy Z Fold 3 - $1000
- Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G - $800
- Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G - $800
- Galaxy S9 - $500
- Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max - $800
- Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max - $700
- Apple iPhone X - $550
As is customary for Samsung, they have reduced the prices of accessories when bought alongside the Z Fold 6. The Galaxy Buds 3 are available for a $117 discount, while the Galaxy Ring is $80 cheaper. These items often go on sale multiple times throughout the year, so don't feel compelled to take advantage of Samsung's offer.
The most intriguing bundle offer is a two-year membership to VIP Advantage, valued at a total of $300. This includes Samsung Care Plus, which covers unlimited repairs, although theft and loss are not covered. The VIP membership also provides a 10% discount on accessories, "exclusive discounts" (although Samsung's hardware often sees discounts), and free simple installation, or a 50% discount on complex installations and TV mounting.
Since this is being offered at no additional cost with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6, there's little reason not to take advantage of it. Just be sure to add a reminder to your calendar for when the promotion ends, so you don't incur a $149 charge.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 case is available at a discounted price during the promotion. If you're in the market for a new smartwatch, consider the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7, which is not part of the promotion but is a great companion device for your Galaxy Z Fold 6. Some users might be interested in the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Fold 2, but they are not included in the current promotion. If you're considering buying the Google Pixel 8a, keep in mind that it might not be eligible for the trade-in offer due to Samsung's specific terms and conditions.
