TL;DR: Pre-order the new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 for free when you trade in an eligible device on Experience Beyond and Go5G Next plans with T-Mobile.
Samsung Unpacked has officially unveiled the Galaxy Z Fold 8, and it carries a hefty $1,899.99 list price. Buying it outright is a massive investment, but there is a crafty hack you should know about.
Carrier pre-order windows are traditionally the best time to bypass upfront hardware costs. T-Mobile’s opening promotion offers up to $1,900 in bill credits over 24 months. If you have an eligible flagship to trade in, this completely cancels out the phone’s list price — making it the most aggressive launch offer we’ve seen for a book-style foldable to date.
How to get the Galaxy Z Fold 8 for free
Getting the maximum trade-in value on the Fold 8 requires some simple steps:
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To unlock the full $1,900 credit ceiling, you must trade in an eligible high-end device (such as a Galaxy Z Fold 6/7, S25 Ultra, or iPhone Pro Max) in good condition.
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You must be on, or switch to, T-Mobile’s Experience Beyond or Go5G Next plans.
You will still need to pay local state sales tax on the full $1,899.99 retail price upfront at checkout, plus T-Mobile’s standard $35 connection charge.
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If you are already on (or planning to switch to) T-Mobile’s top-tier unlimited plans, taking advantage of a $1,900 trade-in credit to get a brand-new $1,899 flagship for free is an absolute no-brainer. Just remember that you are locking into a 24-month service commitment. If you cancel your line early, the remaining unpaid hardware balance becomes due immediately.
