No matter how enticing the discount, freebie or sale period, upgrading your mobile will always leave a significant hole in your wallet. The latest devices from Samsung’s S24 range start just under £800, while Apple’s flagship iPhone 15 Pro Max will set you back more than a grand.
The hefty price tag is likely to deter many tech enthusiasts, but there’s currently a mega deal that’ll get you a top-tier Samsung device for less than £100. This incredible bargain was spotted by sharp-eyed Amazon shoppers, who found the Galaxy A15 smartphone listed for a mere £95 – that’s a whopping £74.99 cheaper than its usual price.
As Samsung’s most budget-friendly A Series device, this handset has always offered pared-down features to provide an affordable option for shoppers. The pre-Prime Day sale price means the Samsung phone is hundreds of pounds cheaper to buy outright than opting for the nearest pay-monthly contract.
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To be precise, it’s £820.12 cheaper than taking out a 1GB data and device plan from O2, who offer the same budget model with data for £25.42 per month. This cost is spread over a total of 36 months and includes data, UK calls, and minutes. While it’s certainly easier for shoppers as you don’t need to find a data bundle separately, this convenience comes with a higher price tag, reports the Manchester Evening News.
Amazon’s much cheaper deal also beats Samsung’s own price of £149. Despite its lower price tag, there are some compelling reasons why this budget-friendly model is worth considering. To begin with, Amazon’s deal offers shoppers a relatively new 2023 device for a fraction of the cost of an S24 range model.
Another major advantage is that despite being significantly cheaper, the Galaxy A15 boasts a decent storage capacity of 128GB – the same as the standard S24 model.
Of course, buyers should anticipate some compromises when it comes to camera and video capabilities, as these features tend to drive up the prices of high-end models like the iPhone 15 or S24. However, the Galaxy A15 does offer a decent lens for amateur photographers: “The Galaxy A15 boasts a 50MP Main camera for your masterpiece, 5MP Ultra Wide and 2MP Macro cameras for landscapes and close-ups, and a 13MP Front camera for profile-worthy selfies”, according to Samsung.
To give potential buyers a sense of what the budget-friendly A15 can do (despite its low price), we’ve delved into the Amazon customer reviews. One shopper said that despite being a ‘lower mid-range phone, it doesn’t always feel like it’.
They added: “While it lacks the headline styling and specs of a flagship phone, what it has is most of what you want. A brilliant screen with rich colours, great contrast and a smooth refresh rate, a large battery that easily lasts all day even with heavy use and a main camera that delivers clean, sharp photos in most lighting conditions.”
“Sure, the processor is a little economical (although most people won’t notice), the wide-angle camera is a bit soft (just use the main camera instead) and the frame and chassis are largely plastic (albeit solid and aesthetically pleasing plastic)… but the A15’s priorities more than makeup for its compromises.”
Another customer who had previously owned a Huawei praised the price: “I had an old Huawei P10 and originally purchased a P30 to replace it as I thought it would be easier to transfer everything, but that proved to be wrong. I returned the P30 and got a refund (£260) and bought this Samsung A15.”
“The phone is simple to use – I was up and running within 30 minutes of unpacking it. Brilliant value at £93. Only downside is no charger supplied.”
While some shoppers have pointed out that there is no charger included in the new A15 box, this is now standard practice for new models, including the flagship S24 or Apple iPhone 15.
If you’re in the market for a new mobile from Google, Samsung, or Apple, we’d recommend checking out either Amazon or Carphone Warehouse. Tesco Mobile is currently offering the Motorola Moto G14, another budget-friendly option.
