News Bits: Samsung Galaxy Note 4 Gets Biggest Discount Yet Just Before the Holidays

Samsung’s powerful Galaxy Note 4 is the only phone compatible with the company’s recently launched Gear VR headset. After a Thanksgiving sale saw the price on the three major U.S. carriers come down to $199 before returning to $299, Verizon and Sprint have dropped their Note 4 prices down to $149 just in time for the holidays, while AT&T’s Note 4 comes down to $269.

The Galaxy Note 4 snaps into Gear VR, utilizing the phone’s high-resolution display and powerful processor to provide a best-in-class mobile VR experience. If you’re planning to pick up a Note 4 for use with Gear VR, the time has never been better.

Upgrade and New Contract Prices

Amazon has the Galaxy Note 4 available for the three major US carriers; the prices listed below are available with an upgrade or new contract (select the ‘Individual Plan or ‘Family Plan’ option to see the price).

• Verizon – Samsung Galaxy Note 4, 32GB ($149)
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• Sprint – Samsung Galaxy Note 4, 32GB ($149)
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• AT&T – Samsung Galaxy Note 4, 32GB ($269)
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No Upgrade and Off-Contract Prices

If you aren’t eligible for an upgrade but are still craving the Note 4 for Gear VR, here are your choices (select the ‘Without a Service Plan’ option to see price):

• Verizon – Samsung Galaxy Note 4, 32GB ($699)
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• Sprint – Samsung Galaxy Note 4, 32GB ($720)
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• AT&T – Samsung Galaxy Note 4, 32GB ($825)
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Samsung’s Gear VR headset launched earlier this month in the U.S. for $199. The company says it will make its international debut in “early 2015.”

See Also: 

• Samsung Gear VR Detailed Review: Part One – Design Comparison to Oculus Rift DK2
• Samsung Gear VR Detailed Review: Part Two – Experience, Gameplay Videos, and More