Samsung, Motorola and Apple Cut Prices by Up to $140 on Phones and iPads

Q: With a replacement due soon, is the Galaxy S25 FE's 7-year support promise a worthwhile trade-off?

Yes—if you plan to keep a phone for several years, the Galaxy S25 FE’s long support window is a strong reason to buy it even with a replacement likely soon. The key trade-off is simple: you are buying slightly older hardware in exchange for unusually long software life. The S25 FE is already on sale, includes extras like a month of Xbox GamePass, and still offers a premium-enough package: a 6.7-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, Exynos 2400 chip, IP68 protection, 4,900mAh battery, and 45W charging. For many buyers, that is more than enough performance for daily use over the next few years. The support promise matters because security updates and Android upgrades now have real resale and longevity value. Samsung’s commitment through 2032 means the phone should remain secure and app-compatible far longer than many midrange rivals. That is especially important as unsupported Android phones become riskier to use for banking, payments, and personal data. The main reason to wait is if you want the newest camera, battery, or AI improvements from the next model. A replacement arriving soon will likely bring some hardware gains and may hold value better at the top end. But if the successor offers a similar support length, the S25 FE does not lose its core advantage. For buyers focused on value, long-term ownership, and a lower sale price, the S25 FE’s support promise is a worthwhile trade-off. For buyers who upgrade often or want the latest hardware, waiting makes more sense.

Q: How can you tell if a holiday tech deal is a true bargain or a future security risk?

A holiday tech deal is a real bargain only if the device still has years of software and security support left. If it is near the end of updates, the discount can turn into a security problem. The key check is the support window tied to the product’s launch date, not the day you buy it. A clearance phone may be “new” in the box but already halfway through its update life. Unsupported devices keep working, but they stop getting patches for newly discovered flaws, which raises risks for banking, passwords and personal data. In the current deals, Samsung’s newer models look safer than many cheap alternatives because Samsung publishes long support commitments. The Galaxy S25 FE, though due for replacement, still has support through 2032, making it a stronger long-term buy. The Galaxy A57 is also more attractive because it gets monthly updates, while the cheaper Galaxy A37 is on a quarterly schedule, a sign of lighter support. By contrast, a budget phone like the Moto G Power (2025) is less future-proof if security updates end in early 2028. A low price is not enough. Check whether storage is expandable, because a cheaper 128GB phone with no microSD slot can become frustrating fast. Also weigh battery, durability and performance, but treat update policy as the deciding factor. The practical test is simple: search the exact model plus “security updates” or “end of support.” If fewer than two to three years remain, it is probably not a bargain.

2 articles · Updated · GSMArena.com · Jul 4

$140 off the Samsung Galaxy A37 256GB marks the steepest 4th of July discount, while the Galaxy A57 is $100 off in both 128GB and 256GB versions.
Motorola's Razr 2026 has dropped 20% from MSRP, while Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip7 FE is pitched as a value foldable with a faster Exynos 2400 chip but an older design.
Samsung's Galaxy S25 FE is also on sale and includes 1 free month of Xbox GamePass, with the report noting the model may be nearing replacement after S26 FE leaks.
Apple's tablet deals extend to the iPad Air 13 with M4 and the iPad mini, highlighting a holiday push that spans premium tablets, foldables and budget 5G phones like the Moto G Power 2025.