Samsung Black Friday 2017 deals: Unlocked versions of Galaxy S8, S8+ come with Free Gear 360; $150 discount on Microsoft

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The design of the Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8

Black Friday is fast approaching, and this is that time of the year where many shop until they drop due to the incredible deals and bundles that retailers big and small are putting out aside from extended hours. For those who are planning to get themselves a Samsung smartphone or upgrading to a better model at this time, then there are so many deals for the Galaxy S8 and S8+ devices.

Samsung regularly promotes the discounts in store for both Black Friday and Cyber Monday, so this year will obviously be no different. Starting on Nov. 19 on the official site, shoppers can get their hands on an unlocked Galaxy S8 64GB plus Free Gear 360 for only $724.99. Those who decide to swap their phones for the S8 can get up to $300 to a new Galaxy S8.

There is also an unlocked Galaxy S8 Plus 64GB plus Free Gear 360 for $824.99. The same applies to those who decide to trade their phone, they will get up to $300 to a new Galaxy S8+.

On Nov. 23, customers can get an unlocked Samsung Galaxy S8 64GB plus $50 off on Dex Station for only $724.99. Those who decide to swap their phones on this date will get up to $400 to a new Galaxy S8. The same goes for those who decide to trade their phone for up to $400 to get the S8+, as they can get the device plus a $50 discount on Dex Station.

Not interested in getting the phones from the official site? There are other deals out there for both the Galaxy S8 and S8+ on Black Friday this year. Microsoft has promoted the two smartphones on their site, and on Black Friday starting on Nov. 23, the unlocked version of the Galaxy S8 will be available for $575 while the S8+ will be available for $675, which is $150 off their original price.

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