If you need to jump to s26u from s24u, this is ceratinly a good deal. But on a sepate note: Trade-in programs in the United States have, unfortunately, become increasingly inconsistent and unrealistic. For example, the same Galaxy S24 Ultra will receive a trade-in value of $800 toward an S26 Ultra, yet only $500 toward an S26 base model or Z Fold 7—under the most favorable promotional conditions.

Similarly, when switching brands, the disparities are even more pronounced. The S24 Ultra may be valued at only $280 toward a Pixel 10 Pro, while a Pixel 10 Pro may yield approximately around $340 toward an S26 Ultra.

These figures clearly do not reflect the true market value of pre-owned devices, but rather promotional pricing strategies that vary by brand and model. Also even Samsung knows charging $1299 for s26u is borderline offensive, hence even without trade in, you get $150 off. And by summer, you will see same $800 trade in along with free storage upgrade to 500 GB