Samsung's cheapest 5G smartphone is finally available unlocked in the US

Posted by Aldo Pusey on Tuesday, May 28, 2024
If for some reason you don't like free 5G-enabled smartphones that can be yours free of charge simply by trading in... anything that works, you might be pleased to hear the mid-end Galaxy A32 5G is now up for grabs in many more US places than before.That being said, the unlocked Galaxy A32 5G is obviously considerably costlier than the T-Mobile-specific variant headlining the "Un-carrier's" Free 5G Upgrade program, fetching $279.99 directly from Samsung's official US e-store, as well as Best Buy and Amazon. Samsung Galaxy A32 5G The MediaTek Dimensity 720-powered handset is also available at the exact same price through Google Fi, and if that doesn't seem like a great deal right now, you may want to give the MVNO (mobile virtual network operator) a couple of weeks or so.Unsurprisingly, the unlocked Galaxy A32 5G is available at a small discount from its manufacturer with an eligible trade-in right off the bat, but something tells us better deals will come to those who wait, especially with Amazon's big Prime Day festival just a few weeks or so away.Perhaps the main reason why you might want to wait before pulling the trigger is that the 5G-capable Galaxy A32 is... not very good, earning a mediocre score in our in-depth review due to its display limitations, low-quality build, and lackluster camera performance.

Still, the absolutely terrific battery life and, well, the 5G support could make this thing a very smart buy for many speed addicts on tight budgets once those discounts inevitably enter the unlocked equation.

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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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