Samsung fans who pre-ordered the Galaxy S25 series are in for a pleasant surprise—some orders are arriving earlier than expected. While the official release date was set for February 7, many customers in the US, UK, and Middle East have already received shipping notifications and even early deliveries as of January 30.
This early shipment isn’t entirely surprising, as Samsung has a history of delivering pre-orders ahead of schedule. If you haven’t ordered yet, you still have time to take advantage of Samsung’s best trade-in deals, storage upgrades, and pre-order perks.
Massive Discounts Still Available – Up to $900 Off!
Despite the early arrivals, Samsung is still running its pre-order promotions. The Galaxy S25 Ultra, which normally starts at $1,299, can be yours for as little as $399 with a trade-in.
To get the full $900 discount, you’ll need to trade in an eligible flagship device, such as the Galaxy S24 Ultra or Galaxy Z Fold 6, which currently fetch $900 in trade-in value. Older devices, like the Galaxy S22+ and Pixel 7 Pro, can still get you $400–$450 off.
The best part? Samsung’s trade-in program is instant, meaning the discount applies at checkout—you don’t have to wait for Samsung to receive your old phone.
Free Storage Upgrade – Get More for Less
Samsung is also offering a free storage upgrade on all pre-orders. That means you can get 512GB for the price of 256GB, or upgrade to 1TB for just $120 more.
If you plan to keep your phone for a few years, taking the 512GB upgrade is a no-brainer. The 1TB option is great for those who store tons of media, but for most users, 512GB is more than enough.
Samsung is also bundling bonus credits, which can be used for Galaxy Buds 3 Pro, Galaxy Watch 7, or accessories like cases and wireless chargers.
Why the Galaxy S25 Ultra is the Most Popular Model
Pre-orders for the Galaxy S25 Ultra are outpacing the standard S25 and S25+ models. In South Korea, reports suggest that 60-70% of all pre-orders are for the Ultra variant.
This demand comes despite controversy surrounding Samsung’s decision to remove Bluetooth connectivity from the S Pen, which has upset many longtime Galaxy Note and Ultra users. Some fans have even launched a petition demanding that Samsung restore Bluetooth functionality for the Galaxy S26 Ultra next year.
However, if you can overlook the missing Bluetooth S Pen, the Galaxy S25 Ultra remains one of the most well-rounded flagships of 2025.
Will the Galaxy S25 Ultra Have the Best Camera of 2025?
Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Ultra is already being praised for its camera performance, earning one of the highest scores in mobile photography at 158 points—beating competitors like the iPhone 16 Pro Max and Pixel 9 Pro XL.
That said, the lead is marginal, and with several new flagships coming this year, it will be interesting to see if Samsung can hold onto its top camera spot.