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Save a huge $220 on the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE at Verizon

The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE in the Pistachio colorway.
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The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE promises next-gen Galaxy AI, extended battery life, and a stunning display. It's a modern mid-range smartphone for the everyday user who doesn't want to break the bank to own one of the latest smartphones.

The phone retails at $699.99, but for a limited time only, you can snap up the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE for just $479.99 at Verizon. All you have to do is purchase it from Verizon and set up a Simplicity Plan, which is also discounted down from $55 to $30 per month.

The plan includes unlimited 5G Ultra Wideband data, Mexico and Canada talk, text and data, and a 10GB mobile hotspot. You'll also get up to 50% off plans for your watches, tablets, and more so you can make savings across the board.

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Samsung Galaxy S26 FE: was $699.99 now $479.99 at Verizon

This deal is a straight $220 discount on the retail price of Samsung's fan edition version of the popular Galaxy S26. To qualify for the discount, you must sign up for the $30 per month Simplicity plan.

Considering the phone was only released at the end of August, this is a very generous discount indeed. The Galaxy S26 FE ships in three understated colorways: Pistachio, Blueberry, and Graphite.

We always recommend taking a look at our reviews so you can see what our experts think based on real-world experience. In the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE review, the eagle-eyed will notice that we gave the phone only three out of five stars. Some of the downsides are the lack of uniform bezels, the camera system (which can struggle in outdoor light), and the slow 15W wireless charging.

These are not to be dismissed, but they also might not be that important to you, especially given the $220 discount that Verizon is offering. That's why one of our conclusions about the phone is that it's "not a flagship, but the price makes you think twice."

Moving on to the positives, the Galaxy S26 FE boasts a Samsung Exynos 2500 chipset, which is more than quick enough for most users. There's also a large 6.7-inch display, which is fantastic considering the phone is firmly in the mid-range. In these areas, no compromises are required.

So, if you've been searching for a mid-range phone at a super affordable price, then the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE for $479.99 (was $699.99) at Verizon is well worth a look.

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Paul Hatton
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Writer, app-hoarder, and professional "low battery" enthusiast. Paul spends his days testing wearables so you don’t have to, and his nights wondering if his sleep tracker is judging him. He’s fascinated by the tech that claims to make us better humans—and if it’s wearable, downloadable, or requires a firmware update, he has thoughts on it.

With over 20 years of experience and a first-class Computer Science degree, Paul has navigated the front lines of the tech and creative industries. His work has been published internationally and appears regularly in Digital Camera World and Creative Bloq.