Best Smartphone Prime Day Deals in 2019: Phones, Cases, MicroSD, Accessories

Pile of Android smartphones
Pile of Android smartphones (Image credit: iMore)

Regardless of whether you're in the market for a new unlocked phone to carry around daily or a charging cable for your existing phone, Prime Day is sure to have a ton of deals for you. From Amazon's lineup of Prime-exclusive devices to charging hubs, cables, car mounts, and Bluetooth accessories from companies like Aukey, Anker, iOttie and more, there are tons of deals you won't want to miss out on.

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How to get the Best Smartphone Deals

When it comes to mobile phones, it's a little harder to find an actual "deal" these days without the need to jump through a dozen hoops or switching your carrier. Unlocked phones are great in concept, but they can get expensive and not everyone has $1,000 sitting around to pick up a new phone with. Sure, you can finance it through your carrier, but then you're locked in again. Patience is the key here, but if you are really in need of something new, there's still a few ways to pick up a phone for less.

One of the easiest ways for Android fans is to check out Amazon's Prime Exclusive devices. These trade you a nice discount for a few pre-installed apps that you'd likely use anyways. If you shop at Amazon and have a Prime membership, odds are you're already going to use Shopping, Prime Video, and more, so who cares if they come pre-installed, right?

If you prefer to skip out on pre-installed apps, there are also some other big discounts to be had. From powerful devices like Samsung's Galaxy S10 lineup to the camera powerhouse that is the Google Pixel 3a, Amazon's assortment of high-end devices has really grown over the past few years. Each year we see more and more discounts on Prime Day for these devices, so we have high hopes that this year we see some more great offers.

Pre-loaded with Apps: Prime-Exclusive Android Phones

If you're ok with trading off a few pre-installed Amazon apps on your phone for a sometimes significant savings on your next device, Amazon's Prime-Exclusive phones are the ones to look at. There are a bunch of Android devices, many of them recent models, that are available as part of this program. It used to include lockscreen ads, but Amazon has since removed those and just installs useful things like the Amazon Shopping app, Prime Video, and a few others.

Amazon has been known to discount many of these models around big shopping events, and there's no way that it doesn't use Prime Day as another opportunity to reduce the prices. If you need a new phone for yourself or your kids, this is a great way to pick one up for less.


Amazon has been known to discount many of these models around big shopping events, and there's no way that it doesn't use Prime Day as another opportunity to reduce the prices. If you need a new phone for yourself or your kids, this is a great way to pick one up for less.

Powerhouse Devices: Samsung Galaxy S10 Series

It wasn't until recently that Amazon really started carrying more unlocked phones, and now you can buy Samsung's newest Galaxy devices with a U.S. warranty, which is huge. These are shipped and sold by Amazon, which means that you don't have to deal with any shady sellers or anything else. You can get the Galaxy S10e, Galaxy S10, or go all-out with the Galaxy S10+ in a variety of color and capacity configurations.

Samsung's unlocked Galaxy S10 devices are some of the best out there, but they also come with a bit of a hefty price tag. We've seen a few deals on these already, and expect another big one to come during Prime Day.


Samsung's unlocked Galaxy S10 devices are some of the best out there, but they also come with a bit of a hefty price tag. We've seen a few deals on these already, and expect another big one to come during Prime Day.

The affordable king: Google Pixel 3a

Google and Amazon have finally put some of the past behind them and now you can officially buy the Google Pixel 3a at Amazon along with other retailers like Best Buy, Google's own store, and others. All three color options are available in both sizing configurations, and while we don't often see discounts on Pixels from Google, we may see them directly from Amazon, which would be amazing.

It would be the first actual discount, and it's far from guaranteed, but there's a good chance we see a discount on the Google Pixel come mid-July.


It would be the first actual discount, and it's far from guaranteed, but there's a good chance we see a discount on the Google Pixel come mid-July.

Our budget pick: Moto G7

You can get a lot of phone for $300 or less these days. Motorola has been a leading name in midrange options for years, and that holds true with its excellent new Moto G7. There are a few sacrifices to be made here, but at the price it's really hard to beat.

The Moto G7 has just about everything you could ask of a phone at this price. The software is clean yet clever with Moto Actions and Moto Display, and it's quick to recharge with Motorola's TurboPower charging. The G7 also has decent specs, including a Snapdragon 632, 64GB of expandable storage, and 4GB of RAM — and it finally charges over USB-C!


The Moto G7 has just about everything you could ask of a phone at this price. The software is clean yet clever with Moto Actions and Moto Display, and it's quick to recharge with Motorola's TurboPower charging. The G7 also has decent specs, including a Snapdragon 632, 64GB of expandable storage, and 4GB of RAM — and it finally charges over USB-C!

All Smartphone Deals

Google Pixel 3 (Unlocked)

Google Pixel 3 (Unlocked)

$159.99 $200.00 Save $40

Woot has the unlocked Google Pixel 3 on sale right now in brand new condition for just $160, though the deal ends tonight. This model features 64GB storage and comes with a 1-year warranty.

TCL 10 Pro

TCL 10 Pro

$314.99 $449.99 Save $135

TCL's 10 Pro is an affordable powerhouse with a 6.47-inch AMOLED display with NXTVISION tech, a quad-camera setup, Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 octa-core processor, and 6GB of RAM. It has a 128GB capacity, expandable via microSD. Use the on-page coupon.

TCL 10L

TCL 10L

$174.99 $249.99 Save $75

The 64GB TCL 10L offers great bang-for-your-buck with a huge, adjustable display and clean TCL UI software. Its hardware is solid for the price and the inclusion of NFC for mobile payments is rare in the phone's price range. Clip the on-page coupon.

Tello Mobile

Tello Mobile

From $5/month

Switch to Tello Mobile and score your phone service for as low as $5/month thanks to Tello's latest sale. This prepaid service offers a nationwide 4G/LTE network and you're not locked into a long-term contract.

Moto G7 Plus

Moto G7 Plus

$119.99 $249.99 Save $130

The Moto G7 Plus offers great performance for an excellent price. With a 6.2-inch HD+ Max Vision display and Dolby Audio speakers, this phone is made for entertainment.

Google Pixel 4a 5G

Google Pixel 4a 5G

$459.00 $499.00 Save $40

The Pixel 4a 5G features a 6.2-inch OLED display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G processor, 6GB RAM, 128GB storage, and a 3885mAh battery. Plus, it's fitted with dual rear cameras. This is its best-ever price.

Apple iPhone 12 mini

Apple iPhone 12 mini

$60/mo

Mint Mobile's 24-month offer gets you the all-new iPhone 12 mini and unlimited data, calls, and texts, for just $60 per month. That gets you the 5.4-inch device with dual 12MP cameras, A14 Bionic Chip, 64GB capacity, 5G connectivity, and more.

TCL 10 Pro

TCL 10 Pro

$337.49 $449.99 Save $113

TCL's 10 Pro is an affordable powerhouse with a 6.47-inch AMOLED display with NXTVISION tech, a quad-camera setup, Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 octa-core processor, and 6GB of RAM. It has a 128GB capacity, expandable via microSD. Use the on-page coupon.

TCL 10L

TCL 10L

$187.49 $249.99 Save $63

The 64GB TCL 10L offers great bang-for-your-buck with a huge, adjustable display and clean TCL UI software. Its hardware is solid for the price and the inclusion of NFC for mobile payments is rare in the phone's price range.

iPhone 12 or iPhone 12 Pro with free Beats Solo Pro Wireless Headphones

iPhone 12 or iPhone 12 Pro with free Beats Solo Pro Wireless Headphones

Free with Purchase

Score the Beats Solo Pro noise-cancelling wireless headphones for free with various iPhone models at Visible after activation. Some even come with prepaid Mastercard gift cards, too.

Ulefone Armor 10 5G + free Ulefone Watch

Ulefone Armor 10 5G + free Ulefone Watch

$399.99 $549.99 Save $150

The Ulefone Armor 10 5G features a 6.67-inch FHD+ display, MediaTek Dimensity 800 5G SoC, 64MP quad rear camera setup, and 128GB capacity. It's available at a discount right now with the first 200 buyers getting a free smartwatch worth $40 thrown in.

iPhone 12 or iPhone 12 Pro with free AirPods Pro

iPhone 12 or iPhone 12 Pro with free AirPods Pro

Free with Purchase

Score the noise-cancelling AirPods Pro true wireless earbuds for free when you buy one of the following iPhone models and activate the device via Visible: iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12 Pro, and the iPhone 12 Pro Max.

Google Pixel 5

Google Pixel 5

$649.00 $699.00 Save $50

Score the best price yet on Google's all-new Pixel 5 at Amazon this holiday season. The unlocked 5G phone has a 6-inch OLED display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G processor, 128GB storage, fast charging, and more.

OnePlus 7T (Unlocked, 128GB)

OnePlus 7T (Unlocked, 128GB)

$299.99 $599.99 Save $300

For Black Friday weekend only, B&H has the OnePlus 7T on sale in unlocked condition at a $300 discount. This device is suitable for use on GSM networks such as T-Mobile and AT&T. You'll even score free shipping with the purchase.

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G

$1099.99 $1449.99 Save $350

The all-new Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G has only been on the market for a few weeks, but it's already seeing a huge discount at Amazon. This deal drops the 512GB model as low as the 128GB version.

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 5G

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 5G

$749.99 $999.99 Save $250

The all-new Samsung Galaxy Note 20 5G line has only been on the market for a few weeks, but it's already seeing a huge discount at Amazon. Every configuration and color is discounted there by $200 with select models showing an extra $50 coupon.

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 5G

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 5G

$799.99 $999.99 Save $200

The all-new Samsung Galaxy Note 20 5G line has only been on the market for a few weeks, but it's already seeing a huge discount at Amazon. Every configuration and color is discounted there by $200, dropping prices as low as $800 while supplies last.

OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro

OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro

Save up to $250

Buy the OnePlus 8 or OnePlus 8 Pro at $100 off and able to pick up accessories worth up to $150 at no extra cost. Simply add the phone of your choice to your cart along with the accessories you want and use the below at checkout.

TCL 10L

TCL 10L

$209.99 $249.99 Save $40

The 64GB TCL 10L offers great bang-for-your-buck with a huge, adjustable display and clean TCL UI software. Its hardware is solid for the price and the inclusion of NFC for mobile payments is rare in the phone's price range. Clip the on-page coupon.

OnePlus 7T (Unlocked, 128GB)

OnePlus 7T (Unlocked, 128GB)

$399.99 $599.99 Save $200

For just one day only, B&H has the OnePlus 7T on sale in unlocked condition at a $200 discount. This device is suitable for use on GSM networks such as T-Mobile and AT&T. You'll even score free shipping with the purchase.

Save $60 on Amazon's Kindle Paperwhite Essentials Bundle for a limited time

If you're in the market for the Amazon Kindle Paperwhite, you absolutely want to go for the Essentials Bundle right now. Currently, the bundle — which includes the Kindle Paperwhite in black or blue, plus a leather case in your choice of color, as well as a power adapter — is on sale for just $130. That's a $60 savings taking it down to the same price that the Paperwhite sells for on its own, so you're effectively getting the bundled accessories for free. There's no indication of exactly how long this deal will be available for, so make sure you place your order as soon as possible.

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Jared DiPane

Jared started off writing about mobile phones back when BlackBerry ruled the market, and Windows Mobile was kinda cool. Now, with a family, mortgage and other responsibilities he has no choice but to look for the best deals, and he's here to share them with you.