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Best Verizon new customer deals: Galaxy S24, iPhone and more

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One of the best phones can be made all the more enjoyable with the right carrier, and if you choose to make Verizon your new carrier it can even make a number of brand new phones more affordable. Right now Verizon is one of the best places to land some iPhone deals, Samsung Galaxy S24 deals, Samsung Galaxy S23 deals, and Google Pixel 8 deals, as you’ll find each of these phones significantly discounted, and a couple of models you can take home for free. But in combination with some of the best phone deals and best cell phone plan deals, Verizon also has some of the best cell phone plans you can shop, particularly if you’re a new customer. So if you’re looking for a new carrier and Verizon is on your radar, read onward for all of the best Verizon new customer deals worth considering.

Free iPhone SE (3rd Gen) — $0 $430 100% off

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The 2022 release of the Apple iPhone SE is yours for free when you sign up for a new 5G data plan on Verizon — no trade-ins required. It’s the best small smartphone in our list of the best smartphones with a 4.7-inch Liquid Retina display, but it doesn’t sacrifice performance as it’s powered by Apple’s A15 Bionic chip that’s also found in the iPhone 13 line and pre-installed with iOS 15. The latest iPhone SE is equipped with a single 12MP rear sensor and 7MP selfie camera, which are boosted by Apple’s software to enable better photographs.

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Apple iPhone 15 — $0 $730 100% off

The entire Apple iPhone 15 color lineup against a white background.
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One of the most popular iPhone models is the Apple iPhone 15, and you can currently get it for free when opening a new line at Verizon. It’s available in a variety of colors and storage options. A Verizon Unlimited Plus or Unlimited Ultimate plan is required in order to get the iPhone 15 for free.

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Samsung Galaxy S24 FE — $0 $650 100% off

Someone holding the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE with its screen turned on.
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The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is a great introductory phone to the Samsung Galaxy lineup. It has a 6.7-inch screen and offers top notch battery life, allowing you to tap away on the phone nearly as much as you’d like everyday. Its camera capabilities are similar to what you find in more expensive Galaxy phones. This is also true of its AI features. The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE packs a lot of punch at a great price point, making it a great option for anyone who wants some premium features at a more entry-level price.

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Samsung Galaxy S24+ — $540 $1,000 46% off

A woman takes a photo out the window of an airplane with the Samsung Galaxy S24.
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The Samsung Galaxy S24+ started flying off shelves as soon as it was released, and one of the reasons may be this deal. When you trade in an eligible device and open a new line at Verizon you can get the Galaxy S24+ for free. A Verizon Ultimate Unlimited plan is required. Additionally, you’ll get get six months of the Disney Bundle for free with this deal. That includes six months of free Disney+, Hulu (with ads), and ESPN+.

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Does Verizon offer free phones to new customers?

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You bet, but temper your expectations. While Verizon’s new customer deals and sign-up offers are a good way to score a more basic phone for free (like the 2020 iPhone SE or one of the Samsung Galaxy A-series devices, to name just a couple of popular examples), you’ll still have to pay for newer, more expensive phones like the iPhone 15 Pro.

That’s not to say there aren’t cheap Verizon deals on those phones, though. Carrier sign-up discounts like these Verizon new customer deals are arguably the best and most straightforward way to snag one of those new flagships for a low price. These markdowns usually come in the form of bill credits and are only offered with unlimited plans, requiring you to buy the phone first and then get a discount on your bill. That might not sound as enticing as a standalone price cut, but that’s just psychological — you’re still getting the savings. You’ll notice those savings as you rack them up with each (discounted) monthly payment. There are even some deals, like the trade-in offer for the Samsung Galaxy S23 , that still technically come as monthly discounts, but will completely cover the cost of the phone. That means the phone will be completely free as long as you stay with Verizon for a few years.

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