The Apple iPhone 16e launched at $600 for 128GB and $700 for 256GB, competing with the iPhone 14, which offers better performance for just $30 more. Interesting Android deals include Amazon’s $200 gift card with the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and Best Buy’s free storage upgrade on the same model. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 is discounted by $500. The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is $800 for 128GB. Other options include the RedMagic 10 Pro at $637 and the OnePlus 12R for $400. Refurbished iPhones are also available, offering significant savings.
The Apple iPhone 16e officially launched on Friday following a week of pre-orders, and we will explore some new options alongside the alternatives we discussed last week. Let’s kick off with some appealing Android deals.
Amazon continues to provide $200 gift cards with each purchase of the 256GB Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra. However, Best Buy has outdone them with a better deal: a complimentary storage upgrade to 512GB (at the same price as the 256GB model) plus an $80 gift card.
Amazon has an excellent deal on the Samsung Galaxy S25+, offering a storage upgrade to 512GB for only $20, along with a $50 gift card that can be used towards accessories.
For the Samsung Galaxy S25, both retailers offer unique but enticing deals. Best Buy provides a $50 discount with a nearly free storage upgrade to 256GB for just $10. On the other hand, Amazon sticks to the full price of $860 for the 256GB version but includes a $100 gift card.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 (256GB) is currently available for $500 off, now priced just $100 more than the S25 Ultra (512GB). While it has less storage, its exciting form factor makes up for it.
A notable offer is with the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL, available for an impressive low price of $800 for the 128GB model. However, the catch is that this discount applies solely to the 128GB version; higher storage options come with a significantly higher price.
The RedMagic 10 Pro is a gaming powerhouse boasting features like an air-cooled Snapdragon 8 Elite processor and a 6.85” 144Hz OLED display with an under-display camera, along with a generous 7,050mAh battery. It’s important to note that this model will receive only two OS updates. At a price of $637, this Snapdragon 8 Elite phone offers great value, especially considering its distinctive attributes. Be aware that the 16/512GB variant is on the pricier side, due in part to its transparent design.
Another solid choice emphasizing performance is the OnePlus 12R, priced at $400, featuring a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and a 6.78” 120Hz LTPO display, complemented by a 5,500mAh battery.
The OnePlus 13R is priced $200 higher without any discounts, offering a newer chipset (8 Gen 3), a 50MP 2x telephoto camera (a first for the R-series), and a slight increase in battery capacity due to Si/C technology.
Now, let’s discuss the iPhone 16e. The device is now available for $600 for the 128GB configuration and $700 for the 256GB variant.
Alternatively, you could opt for an Apple iPhone 14 for just $30 more at the same storage levels. The trade-offs include a lower performance (Apple A15 vs. A18) and the absence of the 48MP camera with in-sensor 2x zoom. However, you will benefit from MagSafe (more convenient than the magnet-less charging of the 16e), a 12MP ultra-wide camera, and UWB.
If you prefer a larger display, for $50 more, the iPhone 14 Plus is available, featuring a 6.7” screen compared to the 6.1” display on both the 14 and 16e, along with a bigger battery (4,323mAh).
If refurbished phones are an option for you, a 256GB iPhone 14 is available for $500 (a saving of $230 compared to a new model). Alternatively, you could get a refurbished iPhone 14 Plus for $580, although this model only offers 128GB of storage.
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