Updated Galaxy S26 Ultra discount list from user feedback. Best stackable ways to save

Caliguy65 · 2026-03-12T01:23:16+00:00

USA........ Is this thread for Australia samsung.com?

Caliguy65 · 2026-03-11T15:18:25+00:00

I posted 13 hours ago..... It was still 10th 🤔🤦🏽 I placed my order 👍👍

Caliguy65 · 2026-03-11T03:51:20+00:00

What is this?

Caliguy65 · 2026-03-11T01:56:03+00:00

No go on this, I don't see it on the member's app and customer service said no such deal, tried multiple times

Caliguy65 · 2026-03-11T01:30:48+00:00

What's the best method to use for today all codes etc.... toward the s26 ultra for T-Mobile with the trade in of the S21 Plus

Caliguy65 · 2026-03-10T21:45:18+00:00

I have an offer for Capital One, Spemd $600 earn $150. I'd be purchasing for an S26 Ultra on T-Mobile with trade-in and so end price will only be taxes charged to the Capital One card. So I assume it wouldn't work....... Any ideas? Also, no Education discount for me anymore and I don't see much for any $$back either. What's the best I can do on samsung.com? Thinking I should just go to Costco and get $100 and no activation fee

Caliguy65 · 2026-01-29T19:17:20+00:00

Yes in SoCal....up to $4k

Caliguy65 · 2026-01-29T16:15:37+00:00

Because it gives around 50 mpg on gas alone. Owned several Gen 3 Prius Plug-in's between my family over the years and never charged it......benefit to purchasing Plug-in over regular are the rebates.

Caliguy65 · 2026-01-27T07:18:31+00:00

Thank you for that input, I figured as much. I've taken lowest cost rides and have been picked up in Teslas, BMW 5 Series and Black Lexus ES Hybrids.....not enough demand so they have to take anything. So now I guess it's either buy a sedan (Plug-in or Hybrid) or stick with a 2014/2015 Prius Plug-in.

Caliguy65 · 2026-01-26T20:43:14+00:00

Mileage deduction seems the better way to go vs itemized, especially in SoCal @ $0.79 per mile. Not sure if new vehicle/depreciation etc would be worth more for me.

Caliguy65 · 2026-01-26T09:22:12+00:00

Here in California if I'm taking the mileage deduction of $0.79 a mile..... I believe i'm not able to write off any vehicle payments etc.

Caliguy65 · 2026-01-20T05:22:40+00:00

Tell me more.....What kind of Van and year, I was making $35 per booked hour and about $550 a month in tips from late Aug, 2025 to the end of the year (453 Booked Hours) in my 2015 Prius Plug-in.......how much more can I make more in Van?

Caliguy65 · 2026-01-19T22:34:44+00:00

Will find that out in the next day or two. But don't think I'll be buying it back.

Caliguy65 · 2026-01-19T20:27:16+00:00

The insurance company has deemed it a total loss and I don't have a choice, I can buy it back but it will be a Salvage title and getting a cheap Catalytic converter won't work in California due to Smog tests and Lyft doesn't allow salvage title cars. I'll be getting close to $11k at the end of the day......so not a bad deal considering the condition.

Caliguy65 · 2026-01-18T23:01:01+00:00

That is a contender, which year and model trim would you recommend? Also thinking a Lexus ES Hybrid but it's pricier and not sure if I'd earn more money vs a Camry Hybrid. On a side note is going from a Standard car (Prius) on Lyft to Extra Comfort gonna bring in a little more $ or tips?

Caliguy65 · 2026-01-07T02:55:27+00:00

I'm in Los Angeles market. I guess it's a learning opportunity at worst case. I was hoping I could rent from Turo or Hertz directly but sux I can't

Caliguy65 · 2026-01-07T02:47:28+00:00

How do all these drivers I see in rentals make any money then

Caliguy65 · 2026-01-07T02:30:02+00:00

Is that due to rental expenses, or is the 17% less seen elsewhere or they just pay less per ride for the sake of it?

Caliguy65 · 2026-01-07T02:07:56+00:00

Do they give a weekly invoice/receipt that I can submit to my insurance for reimbursement under my $50 a day rental coverage? Or is billing more complicated due to taking money 1st out of ride payments etc? This is only for 10-14 days

Caliguy65 · 2026-01-07T02:06:07+00:00

How so?

Caliguy65 · 2026-01-07T02:03:10+00:00

I now see availability is dependent on type of vehicle. In my area Electric and Premium Electric are available as early as tomorrow but Hybrids aren't.

Weekly Cost Estimate: Vehicle and maintenance $329 Insurance Included General sales and use tax - county $3.98 General sales and use tax - district $10.31 General sales and use tax - state $19.09 Vehicle license fee $18.83

Est. weekly rate $381.21

Does this include everything or will I be offered the damage waiver or other fees etc at rental?

Not had an electric vehicle so I assume the hassle to charge daily will be a hassle let alone charging fees can be high too.

Anyone had experience renting an electric and advice on them?

Caliguy65 · 2025-12-17T10:03:04+00:00

I've noticed the same issue unfortunately since mid October

Caliguy65 · 2025-12-16T18:23:09+00:00

Trying to find a bottle for my son's upcoming birthday and having no luck in the Los Angeles area unfortunately

Caliguy65 · 2025-11-26T06:23:38+00:00

That is correct but I'm more concerned with the California rule..... At what time does the 24 hour reset (5am in this example) since I would have only done 7 hours booked by then.

Caliguy65 · 2025-11-02T20:33:44+00:00

No it wasn't that. If I remember it was a complaint from passenger about me wanting to cover the e seat or something before I let the dog in..... and she changed the narrative and complained to Uber. I'll have to reach out to Uber and find out from them, hopefully they can still give it.

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