Samsung’s Galaxy S21 series is currently available.
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Samsung announced a trio of smartphones on Thursday – the Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21 Plus and S21 Ultra. All three phones have new designs, with a new, metal-frame camera range on the back and improved camera features. If you opt for the most expensive Ultra, you can get a S Penpen to write or draw on the screen, just like you can on one of Samsung’s Note models (but the stylus does not come with it).
This year, all three Galaxy S21 models offer a full 5G, and now you do not have to choose between a smoother browsing experience or the high resolution of the screen – you can now have both at the same time.
Samsung will not make you wait very long to place your order and receive your phone. Pre-orders are currently open, and all three Galaxy S21 models are expected to launch on Friday, January 29th in a few weeks.
Everything you need to know to get Samsung’s latest and best information can be found below.
Galaxy S2, S21 Plus, S21 Ultra US prices
|
128 GB |
256 GB |
512GB |
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Galaxy S21 |
$ 799 |
$ 849 |
Nvt |
| Galaxy S21 Plus |
$ 999 |
$ 1,049 |
Nvt |
| Galaxy S21 Ultra |
$ 1,199 |
$ 1,249 |
$ 1,399 |
When can I buy the Galaxy S21?
Pre-orders for all three models are currently open. Orders start on January 29th.
Are there any offers or gifts if I pre-order a Galaxy S21?
Samsung gives those who pre-order one of the three Galaxy S21 models for free Samsung Galaxy SmartTag Bluetooth tracker, along with a credit that can be used in the Samsung store. The credit is $ 100, $ 150 or $ 200, depending on whether you buy the S21, S21 Plus or S21 Ultra respectively.
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Our first look at the new Galaxy S21 and S21 Plus
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What colors do the Galaxy S21, S21 Plus and S21 Ultra come in?
As is usually the case with Samsung, your color options depend on the model.
- Galaxy S21: Phantom violet, phantom gray, phantom pink and phantom white. The 256 GB version is only available in Ghost Gray.
- Galaxy S21 Plus: Phantom violet, phantom silver and phantom black. The 256 GB version is only available in Ghost Black.
- Galaxy S21 Ultra: Ghost silver or ghost black. The 256 GB and 512 GB models will only come in ghost black.
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Galaxy S21 Ultra: Our first look at Samsung’s new premium …
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How much does the Galaxy S21 cost me?
The cost for each phone will depend on the storage amount. Below are the US prices we currently know for each model.
Galaxy S21
Order at: Samsung | Verizon | AT&T | T-Mobile | Walmart | Best buy | Spectrum | Visible | Altice Mobile
Galaxy S21 Plus
- 128 GB: $ 999
- 256 GB: $ 1,049
Order at: Samsung | Verizon | AT&T | T-Mobile | Walmart | Best buy | Spectrum | Visible | Altice Mobile
Galaxy S21 Ultra
- 128 GB: $ 1,199
- 256 GB: $ 1 249
- 512GB: $ 1,399
Order at: Samsung | Verizon | AT&T | T-Mobile | Walmart | Best buy | Spectrum | Visible | Altice Mobile
Samsung takes pre-orders on its website and offers carrier versions along with an unlocked variant. If you order from Samsung, you get a $ 100 credit for ordering the Galaxy S21, $ 150 for ordering the S21 Plus or $ 200 for an S21 Ultra. The credit can be used to buy another item or accessories for your phone through Samsung. Pre-orders also receive one of Samsung’s new SmartTag Bluetooth trackers for free.
For a limited time, Samsung is offering up to $ 700 off the cost of any S21 model with an eligible trade-in.
The retail giant takes pre-orders of all three S21 models, but you must be a Verizon or AT&T Customer (or be willing to switch to one of the two providers).
You can find almost every configuration of the S21 series on Best Buy’s website, which is currently available to pre-order. The only model to be featured soon, so you can not order it, is the unlocked version of all three S21 models.
Carriers
Verizon takes pre-orders for all three models, offering a free Galaxy S21 Plus with a qualified trade-in and when you “opt in” for unlimited plans.
You can pre-order any of the new models through AT&T. The provider is offering deals ranging from 50% off the new Galaxy Buds Pro to a free Galaxy S21 with a trade-in and installment plan.
Pre-order one of T-Mobile’s three Galaxy S21 models. You can get a Galaxy S21 for free with a qualified trade-in. You do not need to add a rule for this transaction. There is also a buy-one-get-one promotion.
Pre-orders for Spectrum customers are now open. If you switch to the carrier, you get $ 100 with a redeemable trade-in.
Visible does not pre-order, but will start selling the S21 and S21 Plus on launch day, 29 January. The prepaid carrier lowers the price of both models a bit, with the S21 starting at $ 792 and the S21 Plus. from $ 984.
From Friday 15 January, Altice Mobile will start taking pre-orders for the Galaxy S21, S21 Plus and S21 Ultra. Customers can get up to $ 200 in Samsung credit for pre-order.
We will update this section as retailers and transportation companies announce pre-order plans.