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It's Not Free Yet, But the Galaxy S25 Ultra Is at a New Record Low That Will Skyrocket Its Sales

It's Not Free Yet, But the Galaxy S25 Ultra Is at a New Record Low That Will Skyrocket Its Sales

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Samsung's Galaxy S25 Ultra is the best of the best of their non-foldable phones and is a true rival for the iPhone 16 Pro. Even newly released in January, Amazon just slashed the price of the 256GB model to an all-time low of $1,024, which is a steal given that it officially retails for $1,299. If you've been thinking about upgrading to a high-end Android phone, this early Back to School offer is definitely worth a look.
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Under the hood, the Galaxy S25 Ultra runs on the powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Elite processor (from Qualcomm) which means everything from gaming to multitasking runs super smoothly. 256GB of storage provides you with well over enough space to hold all your photos and videos without ever lacking a little space anywhere down the line. The massive 5000mAh battery lasts a hectic day with ease. And with fast charging, you can get up to speed in a hurry so that you don't miss a beat keeping on the go without an extended break.
And let's talk of the camera configuration — this phone carries some serious firepower: There's a gigantic 200MP main sensor that captures ultra-high-res and highly detailed images. Along with that, there's a 12MP ultra-wide sensor to capture wide landscapes and group shots and two 10MP telephoto sensors that provide up to 10x optical zoom. With AI-powered night mode, your night photographs come out bright and clear, adjusting settings for you so you have to do nothing.
The included S Pen is a game changer that lets you sketch or edit your images with precision right on your phone. It's bringing so much creativity and productivity along with it, particularly if you like the finer control without constantly needing to switch gears.
Samsung's One UI operating system (on top of the Android OS) further boosts the smooth experience with plenty of customization and smooth navigation. The phone features 5G connectivity, where you can make the most out of fast internet speeds where networks exist which is perfect if you are in search of a phone that will keep up for several years.
Made to last and appear great, the S25 Ultra features a smart titanium black color and premium finish. The rich AMOLED display brings life-like colors and deep blacks with the silky smooth 120Hz refresh rate for scrolling and gaming. And with the IP68 rating, it resists dust and water well so you can forget about spills or harsh environments.
At this new record low price, it's a no-brainer if you're looking for a premium Android phone.
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