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Weekly deals roundup: Galaxy S26 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold 8, Tab S10 FE, and more wild discounts

A surprisingly high number of the best new and old phones, tablets, and smartwatches out there are on sale at excellent discounts right now.

By Adrian Diaconescu

Published: Aug 28, 2026, 5:43 AM

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The Galaxy Z Fold 8 is the world's hottest new foldable, and somehow, it's still available with a $350 Amazon gift card. | Image by PhoneArena

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For a lot of mobile technology fans, the best time of the year is about to end soon, as following Samsung's new foldable and Google's Pixel 11 family launch events, Apple is planning to unveil the iPhone 18 Pro, 18 Pro Max, and iPhone Ultra in less than two weeks, finally bringing to a close a months-long period of rampant speculation and likely empty hopes of reasonable pricing.

For yours truly, however, the greatest time of the year hasn't even started yet, as it usually takes anywhere from a few weeks to a few months for such exciting new devices to become truly worth buying at substantial discounts often culminating around the holidays. But what if you (and me) don't have to wait until Thanksgiving or Christmas this year to get some of the best (new and old) phones, tablets, and smartwatches in the world at hard-to-turn-down prices?

That's right, my latest routine week-ending roundup of the top mobile tech deals around includes a bunch of decidedly non-routine bargains and steals, a few of which might never be eclipsed. No, not even on Black Friday and Cyber Monday in three months or so.

Can you snub this week's three best deals from across the web?

The Galaxy Z Fold 8 pre-order deal that was supposed to go away several weeks ago is amazingly still available, still bundling one of the best and most popular foldable devices around with a super-valuable $350 Amazon gift card. You can opt for a 256 or 512GB storage variant, both of which pack a more than respectable 12GB RAM and a state-of-the-art Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor in addition to a primary 7.6-inch screen and secondary 5.5-inch panel.

$339 off (26%)

If you hurry, probably the best (non-foldable) Android phone in the world can be yours at one of its lowest ever prices in an entry-level 256GB storage variant and a single Cobalt Violet color option. While you're advised to pull the trigger on this latest Galaxy S26 Ultra deal as soon as possible, the deeply discounted handset is actually "temporarily out of stock", but it should reach your doorstep shortly after Amazon manages to replenish its inventory.

$130 off (24%)

One of the most affordable devices to come with a built-in S Pen is even cheaper than usual in both 128 and 256GB storage configurations, sporting a reasonably high-quality 10.9-inch IPS LCD screen with 90Hz refresh rate technology while also packing a respectable Exynos 1580 processor, a large 8,000mAh battery with 45W charging capabilities, and up to 12GB RAM.

I don't think you can... and I don't think you should, especially if you're in the market for the world's hottest foldable device (at least until the iPhone Ultra arrives), and for some reason, you haven't taken advantage of its (expanded) launch promotion.

Apple's first foldable will almost certainly cost more than the Galaxy Z Fold 8 at its commercial debut, mind you, not to mention that it might be very hard to come by for a few months and that it's unlikely to ever ship with a freebie as incredibly valuable as a $350 Amazon gift card.

The Galaxy S26 Ultra is also all but guaranteed to crush the value proposition of the fast-approaching iPhone 18 Pro Max at its latest hefty Amazon discount, while the mid-range Galaxy Tab S10 FE doesn't really have a direct Apple-made rival and will probably not get one anytime soon.

How about these other exceptional smartphone offers?

$100 off (33%)

The Moto G Power family has certainly lost some of its appeal from a few years back, but even though the 5,000mAh battery capacity of the 2025 edition is by no means record-breaking, the handset's overall value equation is pretty hard to beat right now... at a $100 discount. The ultra-affordable phone comes with a large and silky smooth 120Hz refresh rate-capable 6.8-inch screen, a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor, 8GB RAM, 128GB internal storage space, 30W wired, and 15W wireless charging support.

$75 off (17%)

The Galaxy A37 5G is newer, prettier, and... a lot costlier than the Moto G Power (2025), justifying its price point with an unrivaled long-term software support policy (for the mid-range segment), three respectable rear-facing cameras, a reasonably thin 7.4mm profile, and blazing fast 45W charging capabilities. For an undoubtedly limited time, the 6.7-inch handset is marked down by a solid 75 bucks from its regular starting price of $449.99, looking like a pretty smart buy... for certain people.

$100 off (18%)

The 5G-enabled Galaxy A57 is an even smarter buy for a lot of hardcore Samsung fans on relatively tight budgets, especially at a $100 discount. This 6.7-incher is obviously pricier than the Galaxy A37 5G because it packs a faster Exynos 1680 processor while impressively tipping the scales at 179 grams and measuring just 6.9mm in overall thickness.

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$150 off (21%)

Can you do better than the "vanilla" Razr (2025) in 2026 if you're a foldable fan on a super-tight budget? Almost definitely not, at least if you hurry and manage to take advantage of Motorola's $150 discount before it inevitably goes away (possibly, for good). This is very similar to the much costlier Razr (2026), mind you, sporting 6.9 and 3.6-inch screens, packing a MediaTek Dimensity 7400X processor, as well as 8GB RAM, 256GB internal storage space, and a 4,500mAh battery with 30W wired and 15W wireless charging capabilities.

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$194 off (22%)

The decidedly unconventional Nothing Phone (3) has been available at even lower prices than right now earlier this week, but that doesn't mean you should disregard this hot new $194 discount for the 512GB storage variant if you missed that 24-hour-only opportunity to maximize your savings. After all, there aren't a lot of handsets available today that look like this one, and the four 50MP cameras, Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 processor, and 5,150mAh battery with 65W charging speeds are also pretty awesome.

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$700 off (47%)

If you can afford it, last year's top-of-the-line Razr Ultra clamshell with 1TB storage is somehow still by far the best foldable phone you can buy right now, packing 16GB RAM and a Snapdragon 8 Elite processor at a truly mind-blowing price. And, believe it or not, Motorola will also throw in a complimentary pair of Moto Buds 2 with your Razr Ultra (2025) purchase today.

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$200 off (18%)

The Galaxy S26 family member no one really wants might be the best one you can get right now at a cool $200 discount in all color options and both storage variants. The S26+ is definitely no pushover in terms of anything from camera performance to screen quality, software support, battery life, and overall performance, so don't let peer pressure intimidate you into snubbing it without at least giving it some consideration.

They say no one cares about flip-style foldables anymore (especially Galaxy Flips), but together with a $200 Amazon gift card, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5-powered Galaxy Z Flip 8 is definitely not that unappealing. Not when you consider its gorgeous 6.9 and 4.1-inch AMOLED screens, respectable cameras, ultra-premium build quality, and unbeatable long-term software support.

Like its wide brother and flippy cousin, the state-of-the-art Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is STILL available with a nice Amazon gift card included at its retail prices. Of course, said retail prices remain pretty extravagant, but if that's not a problem for you, this bad boy will definitely wow you with its overall performance, screen quality, build quality, and perhaps most importantly, camera performance.

As usual, I've tried my best to collect as many options for as many different budgets and target audiences as possible for the smartphones section of my weekly deals roundup, and without false modesty, I think I've done a pretty good job of covering almost every need and price bracket under the sun.

The low-cost options are especially awesome, including an ultra-affordable Motorola and two new Galaxy A-series mid-rangers with beautiful designs (for their price points), while at the other end of the spectrum, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra and Galaxy Z Flip 8 continue to stand tall at their list prices with always handy Amazon gift cards bundled in.

Between the two categories, you have a pair of surprisingly advanced 2025-released Motorola foldables at almost shockingly low prices, a unique-looking (semi) flagship from Nothing at a decent but not exactly mind-blowing discount, and a Galaxy S26 Plus that's perfect for hardcore Samsung fans and Android power users in general who can't afford the Galaxy S26 Ultra. That's an almost flawless list if you ask me.

Here are six very different but equally great tablet promotions!

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$120 off (39%)

Equipped with a 90Hz refresh rate-capable 11-inch screen, an octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor, 8GB RAM, 128GB internal storage space, and four Dolby Atmos-tuned speakers, the Lenovo Idea Tab is... definitely not worth over $300. But at under $200, this is an absolute bargain you should definitely consider going for... if software updates aren't that important to you.

$50 off (17%)

With a 90Hz refresh rate-capable 11-inch LCD screen in tow, a MediaTek Dimensity 7300 processor under the hood, as well as 6GB RAM, 128GB internal storage space, and a 7,040mAh battery capable of charging at 25W rates, the Galaxy Tab A11 Plus is definitely not a hardware beast. But the long-term software support is unrivaled and the price is... not too bad after Amazon's latest $50 discount.

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$100 off (25%)

If you're in the market for both a mid-range tablet and a powerful Bluetooth speaker but can only afford to get one product, the Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 is ideal for you, especially at a substantial $100 discount from an already reasonable $399.99 list price. This decidedly premium-looking 12.1-incher comes with no less than nine built-in speakers and a 10,200mAh battery capable of charging at up to 45W speeds, as well as a handy clear case included in its heavily reduced price.

$369 ⁹⁹

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$130 off (26%)

This surprisingly affordable 13-incher (especially after a massive new $130 discount) doesn't appear to have any one clear selling point... or any obvious flaws, packing a Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 processor and 8GB RAM. The gargantuan screen supports silky smooth 144Hz refresh rate technology, the 10,200mAh battery is about as hefty as you'd expect (given the razor-thin 6.2mm profile as well), and even the software support policy is not bad for Lenovo, with guaranteed Android 17 and 18 upgrades, as well as security patches through 2030.

$200 off (22%)

Amazon's latest Galaxy Tab S11 deal is especially notable because you're looking at a device here unlikely to receive a direct sequel in the Galaxy Tab S12 family soon. Yes, the Tab S11 will remain one of the best Android tablets in the world in September as well, and at $200 off its list price, it's almost impossible to turn down.

$450 off (21%)

Not everyone can afford a brand-new 13-inch Surface Pro powerhouse with 16GB RAM and a speedy 1TB SSD, but at a $450 discount, more people than usual might be inclined to choose this versatile Windows 11 flagship over the latest iPad Pros or Samsung's Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra. Keep in mind that you're looking at a Snapdragon X2 Elite model here available in a black colorway only.

Yes, the budget-friendly Lenovo Idea Tab and cutting-edge new Surface Pro 13 have extremely little in common... apart from some similarly massive discounts that almost seem impossible to beat.

The mid-range Samsung Galaxy Tab A11 Plus, Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2, and Lenovo Idea Tab Pro Gen 2 and the high-end Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 are more or less in the same boat, although my recommendation for an Android tablet buyer on a relatively tight budget today would be to either wait for those Galaxy Tabs to drop further in price or opt for a new Lenovo ASAP.

My top choice is without a doubt the Lenovo Idea Tab Pro Gen 2 at a killer $130 discount, especially thinking back at the 13-inch giant's commercial release from... June. Yes, 2026.

These three deeply discounted smartwatches will also satisfy very distinct needs

$114 off (38%)

One of Garmin's cheapest smartwatches is made that much harder to resist for cash-strapped health nuts and fitness enthusiasts by a killer new 38 percent Amazon discount in an Ivory colorway only. The Vivoactive 5 somehow rocks a beautiful (and colorful) AMOLED touchscreen while promising to deliver up to an incredible 11 days of battery life between charges, which is something no Apple Watch, Galaxy Watch, or Pixel Watch can hope to come close to.

$100 off (25%)

For the umpteenth time in recent months, Apple's best non-rugged smartwatch is discounted by a cool $100, and for the umpteenth time in recent months, you're advised to at least consider a purchase here. What makes the latest Apple Watch Series 11 deal special is that the Apple Watch Series 12 announcement date has essentially been made official, which means these repeated discounts might go away (for good) soon enough.

$250 off (25%)

This week's Garmin Fenix 9 launch creates a golden opportunity... to buy the 2024-released Fenix 8 at a killer price after a massive $250 discount in a slate gray color with a black band, stainless steel bezel, gorgeous 1.4-inch AMOLED touchscreen, built-in LED flashlight, speaker, microphone, and most impressively, up to 16-day battery endurance on a single charge.

Yes, I am once again grouping together some products that don't have much in common, although the low-cost Garmin Vivoactive 5 and way pricier Fenix 8 are equally impressive when it comes to their battery life (both on paper and out in the real world).

The Apple Watch Series 11, meanwhile, delivers... far less remarkable battery endurance numbers, but with a potentially derivative sequel around the corner, I can't help but fear last year's top non-rugged iPhone-supporting wearable will stop getting discounts soon or even disappear from the market altogether.

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Adrian, a mobile technology enthusiast since the Nokia 3310 era, has been a dynamic presence in the tech journalism field, contributing to Android Authority, Digital Trends, and Pocketnow before joining PhoneArena in 2018. His expertise spans across various platforms, with a particular fondness for the diversity of the Android ecosystem. Despite the challenges of balancing full-time parenthood with his work, Adrian's passion for tech trends, running, and movies keeps him energized. His commitment to mid-range smartphones has led to an eclectic collection of devices, saved from personal bankruptcy by his preference for 'adequate' over 'overpriced'.

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