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Updated · Tom's Guide · Nov 13Mint Mobile Cuts Galaxy Z Fold 8 to $1,700 as Unlimited Data Drops to $15 a Month
3 articles · Updated · Tom's Guide · Nov 13Summary
- Mint Mobile’s Black Friday sale bundles Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 at $1,700 with unlimited data priced at $15 a month for 12 months.
- The wireless offer requires paying $180 upfront for the full year, a steep discount that the retailer pitches as the standout part of the promotion.
- Samsung’s foldable pairs a 5.5-inch outer screen with a 7.6-inch inner display and runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy chip.
- The phone also includes dual 48MP rear cameras, two 10MP selfie cameras, up to 16GB of RAM on the 1TB model, and 45W wired charging.
- The deal is time-limited under Mint Mobile’s Black Friday event, putting pressure on buyers to act before the promotion expires.
Insights
Does the Galaxy Z Fold 8's hidden thermal throttling make this Black Friday bundle a trap for unsuspecting buyers? Why are carriers rushing to discount a premium foldable phone that secretly lacks basic flagship camera and stylus features?