{"id":875291,"date":"2026-10-08T15:50:20","date_gmt":"2026-10-08T15:50:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/875291\/"},"modified":"2026-10-08T15:50:20","modified_gmt":"2026-10-08T15:50:20","slug":"last-chance-october-prime-day-phone-deals-discounts-from-samsung-google-and-more","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/875291\/","title":{"rendered":"Last chance October Prime Day phone deals: Discounts from Samsung, Google, and more"},"content":{"rendered":"

Amazon\u2019s October Prime Day sale<\/a> is over, but some phone deals are still around. Though you may not find deals on the latest phones released this year, if you\u2019re looking to upgrade to a midrange phone or one from previous release cycles (that are still excellent phones we recommend), you\u2019re in the right place.<\/p>\n

Our Picks<\/p>\n

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Current price: $1,100 (8% off)
\nOriginal price: $1,200<\/p>\n

The Samsung Galaxy S26 is one of our picks for the best Samsung phones, with a compact …<\/p>\n

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Current price: $1,550 (15% off)
\nOriginal price: $2,100<\/p>\n

The Galaxy Z Fold 8 is our favorite Galaxy phone, due to its thin, light, and well-don…<\/p>\n

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Current price: $549 (31% off)
\nOriginal price: $799<\/p>\n

Nothing’s third-gen phone features a Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset, a 50MP quad camera syste…<\/p>\n

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Current price: $950 (32% off)
\nOriginal price: $1,400<\/p>\n

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is our pick for the best Android phone, and it’s easily the…<\/p>\n

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Current price: $910 (9% off)
\nOriginal price: $999<\/p>\n

Google’s older flagship, Pro-level phone is equipped with the company’s Tensor G5 processor…<\/p>\n

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Current price: $990 (18% off)
\nOriginal price: $1,200<\/p>\n

If you prefer flipping over folding, the Galaxy Z Flip 8 is the phone for you. Fitted wi…<\/p>\n

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Also: October Prime Day live blog 2026: Last chance deals<\/a><\/p>\n

At ZDNET, our editors test every major phone release<\/a>, putting them through the paces in our lab and in the real world to choose our picks for the best phones you can buy<\/a>. Here are the best October Prime Day phone deals. Be sure to check back here, as this list will be updated as the sale progresses.<\/p>\n

Best October Prime Day phone deals<\/p>\n

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\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSamsung Galaxy Z Fold 8\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n

Current price: $1,550 (15% off)
\nOriginal price: $2,100<\/p>\n

The Galaxy Z Fold 8 is our favorite Galaxy phone<\/a>, due to its thin, light, and well-done foldable display. Though the Z Fold 8 lacks the pro-level camera system and privacy screen of the S26 Ultra, its AMOLED display and 4,800mAh battery make up for it. You can find the Galaxy Z Fold 8 with 256GB of internal storage for $1,650, though the 512GB configuration is also on sale for $1,850.<\/p>\n

Review: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8<\/a><\/p>\n

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Current price: $950 (32% off)
\nOriginal price: $1,400<\/p>\n

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is our pick for the best Android phone<\/a>, and it\u2019s easily the most complete phone in the S26 lineup. The S26 Ultra features a built-in privacy screen, which is ideal for people who don\u2019t want others snooping on their texts and timelines. Additionally, the S26 Ultra is powered by a Snapdragon 8 Elite processor that helps run advanced Galaxy AI features. A 9.9-inch display, an advanced camera system, and a 5,000mAh battery make the S26 Ultra the complete flagship.<\/p>\n

Review: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra<\/a><\/p>\n

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\t\t\t\t\t\t\tfor $910 (save $89)\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n

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Current price: $910 (9% off)
\nOriginal price: $999<\/p>\n

Google\u2019s older flagship, Pro-level phone is equipped with the company\u2019s Tensor G5 processor, a 6.3-inch Super Actua display, and a triple-camera system. With the Pixel 11 Pro being Google\u2019s latest flagship phone, you can find deals on last year\u2019s model. This time, the Pixel 10 Pro in Obsidian with 128GB of internal storage, is 8% off,\u00a0<\/p>\n

Also: I captured 1,000 photos with the Google Pixel 10 Pro in Hawaii, and it set a new standard for me<\/a><\/p>\n

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FAQs<\/p>\n

When is October Prime Day?<\/p>\n

Amazon\u2019s Prime Big Deals Day sale, or October Prime Day, will begin on Tuesday, Oct. 6, through Wednesday, Oct. 7.<\/p>\n

How did we choose these deals?<\/p>\n

At ZDNET, we write about legitimately good deals on products we\u2019ve tested, covered, and would recommend. All the options on this list were tested by our experts, and several received Editors\u2019 Choice awards for high marks in performance, design, and innovation. If we don\u2019t like a product or wouldn\u2019t recommend it to our friends, families \u2014 or even a stranger \u2014 we don\u2019t feature it on our site at all.<\/p>\n

Is Prime Day a good time to buy phones?<\/p>\n

Across device categories, prices have increased due to supply chain disruptions. However, increased demand for AI is placing significant strain on high-performance memory, making RAM more expensive. As a result, manufacturers have increased the MSRP of smartphones, so if you find a model you want that\u2019s discounted, it\u2019s a good idea to get it.<\/p>\n

What are the best October Prime Day deals so far?<\/p>\n

ZDNET editors will be tracking October Prime Day deals before, during, and after the sale. Here are our favorite deals across categories now:<\/p>\n

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\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tJada Jones is a journalist based outside of Atlanta, Georgia. She graduated from Georgia State University with a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism. Jada is ZDNET’s audio editor and regularly reviews the latest flagship headphones, earbuds, speakers, soundbars, and more.
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