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Sep 10, 2026 1:36pm PT

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T-Mobile’s New Deal Offers a Free Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Phone and Additional Entertainment Perks

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Tech giant Samsung recently unveiled three new phone models: Galaxy Z Fold8, Z Flip8 and Z Fold8 Ultra. Described as “a screen built for content,” these phones are at the forefront of the foldable phone category, offering the ideal combination of convenience and style.

As pressure mounts on consumers to stay up to date with the latest phone models – with reasons ranging from improved battery life to better camera quality, to simply wanting the latest and greatest – T-Mobile is aiming to make that reality more achievable.

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GET: T-MOBILE SAMSUNG GALAXY FOLD DEAL

For a limited time, T-Mobile will cover the cost of the Galaxy Z Fold8 with a trade-in on a qualifying line. In addition to the phone’s innovative features, including both the foldable format and Samsung Galaxy AI, T-Mobile also offers a competitive package deemed “the best entertainment bundle in wireless.” Netflix and Hulu are both included in the bundle, along with a free season-long MLB.TV subscription and AppleTV+ for $3/month.

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According to Samsung, there is “strong early demand” for the Galaxy Z series, and pre-orders for the generation have increased more than 30%. The popularity is self-explanatory, given the wide variety of color options (including Cream, Lavender and Graphite) and a new 200 MP main camera that now supports HDR, in addition to a 50 MP ultra-wide camera, available in the Z Fold8 Ultra and Z Flip8, respectively.

The Galaxy Z Flip8 is specifically highlighted as Samsung’s sleekest Flip to date, described as being “built for expression and quick interaction on the go.” All phones are equipped with the aforementioned AI systems to improve user experience, including Now Nudge and Now Brief.

GET: T-MOBILE SAMSUNG GALAXY FOLD DEAL

The Galaxy Z Fold8, Galaxy Z Flip8 and Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are available to purchase now via T-Mobile’s website, and available in stores. For those not looking to take advantage of the trade-in deal, pricing for the Galaxy Z Flip8 begins at under $42/month for 24 months when you activate a line on an Experience More or Experience Beyond plan. Visit t-mobile.com/offers/samsung-phone-deals for additional details.

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Credits end & balance due if you pay off early or cancel; contact us. Finance agreement (e.g., $1,899.99 – Galaxy Z Fold 256GB), eligible trade-in (e.g., Galaxy S24), & qualifying plan ($100+/mo. w/ AutoPay; plus taxes/fees) required. Best Benefits: Based on the value of benefits included with T-Mobile plans, like entertainment and T-Mobile Tuesdays. Benefits vary by plan and may require activation; see plan for details.

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