Amazon Prime Day phone deals 2024: What to expect, early sales

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Amazon Prime Day phone deals benefit anyone looking for a smartphone on a budget. Although Amazon's July 16-17 sale is many sleeps away, we're seeing early discounts right now. 

For example, you can get the 1TB model Apple iPhone 15 Pro for just $.01 ($14,99 off) at Amazon with activation via Boost Infinite. To get this deal, you must activate and finance the iPhone 15 Pro through Boost Infinite. Boost Infinite will charge you $60/mo. for unlimited talk, text, and data. Plus, you'll get the latest iPhone every year with annual upgrades.

Prime Day typically brings about the lowest prices of the season on select unlocked phones. So if you want to buy a new phone outright and ditch your wireless contract for a prepaid phone plan, you’ll want to check out this year's Amazon Prime Day phone deals.

Unlocked Android phones to make up the bulk of  Prime Day 2024's phone deals. Expect to see price cuts on flagship phones from Google, Motorola, Samsung, OnePlus, Sony, and more.

See the best Prime Day phone deals still available below and see our Prime Day 2024 hub for savings and summer discounts. 

Early Prime Day phone deals 

Apple iPhone

Apple iPhone 15 Pro: was $1,499 now $0.1 w/ Activation

Apple iPhone 15 Pro: was $1,499 now $0.1 w/ Activation
Get the 1TB model iPhone 15 Pro for $0 with activation via Boost Infinite at Amazon. To get this deal, you must activate and finance the iPhone 15 Pro through Boost Infinite. Boost Infinite will charge you $60/mo. for unlimited talk, text, and data. Plus, you'll get the latest iPhone every year with annual upgrades. 

Features: New Titanium build, Apple A17 Pro chip, Dynamic Island, 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display, 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 256GB of storage, 48MP camera, USB-C connectivity

Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max: was 1,199 now $0.01

Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max: was 1,199 now $0.01
Get the iPhone 15 Pro Max for just a penny with activation via Boost Infinite at Amazon. To get this deal, you must activate and finance the phone through Boost Infinite. Boost Infinite will charge you $70/mo. for unlimited talk, text, and data. Plus, you'll get the latest iPhone each year with annual upgrades. 

Features: New Titanium build, Apple A17 Pro chip, Dynamic Island, 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display, 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 256GB of storage, 48MP camera, USB-C connectivity

Samsung Galaxy

Samsung Galaxy S24: was $799 now $699 @ Best Buy w/ Activation
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Samsung Galaxy S24: was $799 now $699 @ Best Buy w/ Activation
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Best Buy is slashing $100 off the unlocked Samsung Galaxy S24. The iconic Galaxy S series upgrades include Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 octa-core processor, Adreno 750 graphics, nifty AI features, and longer battery life. 

Features: 6.2-inch (2340 x 1080), Dynamic AMOLED 2X 2600-nit 120Hz display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 8-core CPU, 8GB RAM, Adreno 750 graphics, and 128GB of storage, 4,000mAh battery, Google Android 14 OS, Samsung One UI 6.1

Price check: Amazon $799

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra w/ $250 Amazon Gift Card: was $1,549 now $1,299

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra w/ $250 Amazon Gift Card: was $1,549 now $1,299
Get a free $250 Amazon Gift Card when you buy the Samsung Galaxy S24. Featuring an embedded S Pen, the Galaxy S4 Ultra makes it easy to jot down notes, create, and mark up docs on the fly. If you want to elevate your mobile productivity, the Galaxy S24 Ultra is a wise choice for a daily driver. 

Features: 6.8-inch (3088 x 1440) Dynamic AMOLED 2X 2600-nit 120Hz display, embedded S Pen, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 8-core CPU, 12GB RAM Adreno 750 graphics, 256GB of storage, 5,000mAh battery, Google Android 14 OS, Samsung One UI 6.1

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5: was $1,799 now $1,399.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5: was $1,799 now $1,399
Save $400 on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 (Unlocked). We went hands-on with the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and found its slimmer design and multitasking processing power impressive. It's the phone to buy if you're looking for a foldable display to get things done when you're on the go. 

Features: 7.6-inch (2176 x 1812) AMOLED 120Hz display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor (3.36 GHz), 12GB of RAM, 256GB of storage, 10MP front-facing camera, 50MP rear-facing camera, 4400 mAh battery

Price check: Amazon $1,499

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5: was $1,119 now $849
£0.01 at Amazon

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5: was $1,119 now $849
Save $270 on the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5. In our hands-on Galaxy Z Flip 5 review, we were fond of its larger Flex Window, powerful Snapdragon processor, and new Flex Hinge. 

Features: 6.7-inch FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X (2640 x 1080) 120Hz inner display, 3.4-inch Super AMOLED (720 x 748) 60Hz outer display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 CPU, 8GB RAM, 512GB of storage, 12MP + 12MP rear camera, 10MP front camera, Android 13.

Google Pixel

Google Pixel 8: was $699, now $549

Google Pixel 8: was $699, now $549
Save $150 on an unlocked Google Pixel 8. It works with Google Fi, Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T, as well as prepaid carriers. Featuring powerful new specs and useful Google AI functions, the Pixel 8 Series aims to deliver the best Android experience in a mobile phone. 

Features: 6.2-inch (1080 x 2400) 120Hz Actua 1400-nit display (up to 2000 peak), Google Tensor G3 processor, 8GB of RAM, 128GB of storage, 50MP main camera, 10.5MP front camera, 4,575 mAh battery, Qi fast wireless charging

Price check: Best Buy $449 w/ Activation

Google Pixel 8 Pro: was $999 now $749

Google Pixel 8 Pro: was $999 now $749
Save $200 on the Google Pixel 8 Pro, unlocked. Boasting powerful new specs and useful new AI functions, the Pixel 8 Series aims to deliver the best Android experience in a mobile phone.

Features: 6.7-inch (1344 x 2992) 120Hz Super Actua 1600-nit display (up to 2400 peak), Google Tensor G3 processor, 12GB of RAM, and 128GB of storage, triple camera array (50MP primary, 48MP ultrawide, 48MP telephoto camera), 10.5MP front camera, 5,050 mAh battery, Qi fast wireless charging 

Motorola Phones

Moto G Play (2024): was $149, now $129Lowest price!

Moto G Play (2024): was $149, now $129
Lowest price! Save $20 on the already modestly priced Motorola Moto G Play. With a durable Sapphire Blue exterior and 4G support, it's the perfect starter device for kids or anyone looking for a cheap unlocked phone. 

Features:  6.9-inch (1600 x 720) 90Hz LCD, 8MP front-facing camera, 50MP rear-facing camera, up to 4G connectivity, headphone jack, USB-C connection, expandable storage, fingerprint reader and facial recognition

Price check: Best Buy $29 w/ Activation

Moto G Power (2024): was $299, now $279  Lowest price!

Moto G Power (2024): was $299, now $279  
Lowest price! Save $100 on the Motorola Moto G Power. It features a stunning 120Hz display, stereo speakers, and fast charging support. Its massive 5000mAh battery keeps you powered throughout the day.

Features: 6.7-inch FHD (2400 x 1080) 120Hz display, MediaTek Dimensity 7020 processor, 8GB RAM, 125GB of microSD-expandable storage, headphone jack,16MP front-facing camera, 50MP rear-facing camera, 5000mAh battery, Android 15

Price check: Best Buy $179 w/ Activation

Motorola Edge+: was $799, now $599

Motorola Edge+: was $799, now $599
Save $200 on an unlocked Motorola Edge+ smartphone. It works with GSM networks in the U.S. like AT&T and T-Mobile as well as prepaid carriers like Cricket Wireless, Metro by T-Mobile, Simple Mobile, Total Wireless, Tracfone, and Mint Mobile.

Features: 6.7-inch (2400 x 1080) 165Hz OLED display, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 8-core CPU, 8GB of RAM, Dolby Atmos, and 128GB of storage. 50MP triple camera, 5,100mAh battery, 512GB of storage

Price check: Best Buy $499 w/ Activation

Hilda Scott

Hilda Scott uses her combined passion for gadgets from laptops to TVs and her bargain-shopping savvy to bring you the best prices on all things tech. She has a bachelor’s degree in film and media studies from Hunter College and over a decade of experience in tech journalism. Her work has been featured on Tom’s Guide, iTechPost, Examiner.com, Parlemag, Enstars, and Latin Times. When she's not scouting for the best deals, Hilda’s catching up on her favorite TV series and combat sports.