Cell Phones Deals, Sales, and News

Blutek via eBay offers the Unlocked Samsung Galaxy S4 16GB GSM 3G Android Smartphone, model no. GT-i9500, in Black, Blue, or White for $279.99 with free shipping. That's the lowest total price we've seen for this phone. (It's also a current low by $53.) This quad-band GSM phone features a 5 inch 1080x1920 touchscreen Super AMOLED, Samsung Exynos 5 8-core chipset (international version), 2GB RAM, 16GB memory, 13-megapixel rear camera, 2-megapixel front camera, 1080p video recording, Bluetooth 4.0, WiFi, and Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean) OS. Deal ends November 10 at 11 am ET.

Amazon is now offering the OtterBox Defender Series iPhone 6 case in black for $29.20 with free shipping via Amazon Prime or on orders of $35 or more. That’s more than 50% under the regular price from OtterBox and around as much as $20 under the average price. A few of the other color options are discounted right now, but none as low as this black model.

Techno Trading House via eBay offers the Unlocked Samsung Galaxy S5 mini GSM Android Smartphone in Black, Gold, or White, model no. G800H, for $349.99 with free shipping. That's the lowest total price we could find for any color by $24. This dual-SIM GSM phone features a 4.5 inch 1280x720 touchscreen LCD, 1.4GHz quad-core processor, 1.5GB RAM, 16GB storage, microSDHC card slot, 8-megapixel rear camera, 2.1-megapixel front camera, fingerprint sensor, 802.11n wireless, Bluetooth 4.0, Micro USB port, and Android 4.4.2 (Kit Kat).

MobilePros1 via eBay offers the refurbished, no-contract Apple iPhone 4 32GB Smartphone for Verizon in Black, model no. MC678LL/A, for $99.99 with free shipping. That's $30 under the lowest total price we could find for a refurb and the lowest total price we've seen for a no-contract iPhone 4 32GB. It features an Apple A4 processor, 326-ppi (pixel per inch) Retina 3.5 inch display running at 960x640, gyroscope, front- and rear-facing cameras, 5-megapixel camera with LED flash, 720p video capture at 30 fps, 802.11n wireless networking, and dual microphones.

Chubbiestech via eBay offers the open-box Unlocked Samsung Galaxy S5 16GB Android Phone in Black or White, model no. SM-G900A, for $419.99 with free shipping. That's the best price we've seen for any unlocked Galaxy S5. (It's also a current price low by $105.) It features a 5.1 inch 1920x1080 AMOLED touchscreen display, 2.5GHz quad-core processor, 2GB RAM, 16GB internal storage, 802.11n wireless, 16-megapixel rear-facing camera, 2-megapixel front facing camera, microSD card slot, Bluetooth 4.0, and Android 4.4 (KitKat).

Amazon offers Prime members the Otterbox Defender Series Case for iPhone 6 in Black, model no. 77-50705, for $30.21 with free shipping. (Non-members can spend $35 or more to qualify for free shipping; otherwise, it adds $5.33.) That's the lowest total price we could find by $7. This case features a built-in screen protector, belt-clip holster, and port covers.

BuyDig via eBay offers the Unlocked Samsung Galaxy S5 16GB Quad-Core Android Smartphone, model no. SM-G900H, in four colors for $449.99 with free shipping. That's the lowest total price we've seen. (It's a current price low by $70.) It features a 5.1 inch 1920x1080 AMOLED touchscreen display, 2GB RAM, 16GB internal storage, 802.11ac dual-band wireless, 16-megapixel rear-facing camera, 2-megapixel front facing camera, microSD card slot, Bluetooth 4.0, and Android 4.4.2 (KitKat).

Techno Trading House via eBay offers the Unlocked Sony Xperia Z3 GSM Android Smartphone in Black or White, model no. D6653, for $599.99 with free shipping. That's the lowest total price we could find by $70. This quad-band GSM smartphone features a Qualcomm MSM8974AC Snapdragon 801 2.5GHz quad-core processor, 5.2 inch 1080x1920 IPS touchscreen, 3GB RAM, 16GB internal storage, 20.7-megapixel camera, 1080p video recording, and Android 4.4 OS (KitKat). Deal ends October 13 at 11 am ET.

BuyDig via eBay offers the Unlocked Samsung Galaxy S5 16GB Quad-Core Android Smartphone, model no. SM-G900H, in White (pictured) or Black for $449.99 with free shipping. That's the lowest total price we've seen. (It's a current price low by $88.) It features a 5.1 inch 1920x1080 AMOLED touchscreen display, 2GB RAM, 16GB internal storage, 802.11ac dual-band wireless, 16-megapixel rear-facing camera, 2-megapixel front facing camera, microSD card slot, Bluetooth 4.0, and Android 4.4.2 (KitKat). Deal ends October 9.

BuyDig via eBay offers the Unlocked Samsung Galaxy S5 16GB Quad-Core Android Smartphone, model no. SM-G900H, in White (pictured) or Black for $449.99 with free shipping. That's the lowest total price we've seen. (It's a current price low by $88.) It features a 5.1 inch 1920x1080 AMOLED touchscreen display, 2GB RAM, 16GB internal storage, 802.11ac dual-band wireless, 16-megapixel rear-facing camera, 2-megapixel front facing camera, microSD card slot, Bluetooth 4.0, and Android 4.4.2 (KitKat). Deal ends October 9.

Qualitycellz via eBay offers the Unlocked Samsung Galaxy S4 Active Android Smartphone in Gray, model no. I537, for $299.99 with free shipping. That's the lowest total price we've seen for a new model. (It's also a current low by $65. In addition to being able to survive in three feet of water for up to 30 minutes, it features a 5 inch 1920x1080 Gorilla Glass touchscreen, Snapdragon 1.9GHz quad-core processor, 2GB RAM, 16GB memory, 8-megapixel rear camera (with an "Aqua Mode" for underwater pictures), 2-megapixel front camera, 1080p video capture, GPS, Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11n wireless, and Google Android 4.2.2 OS (Jelly Bean).

As one of its daily deals, Best Buy offers the Samsung Galaxy Prevail 2 No-Contract Android Smartphone for Boost Mobile in White, model no. M840, for $69.99 with free shipping. That's the lowest total price we could find by $10. It features a 4 inch 480x800 touchscreen, Qualcomm MSM8655 Snapdragon S2 1.46GHz processor, 4GB memory, 5-megapixel rear camera, 1.3-megapixel front camera, Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11n wireless, and Android 4.1 OS (Jelly Bean). Deal ends today.

Several third-party sellers via eBay are cutting up to 60% off a selection of Apple iPhone 6 accessories, with deals starting from 90 cents. Plus, coupon code CELLSAVE5 takes an extra $5 off orders of $20 or more when you checkout via Paypal. Plus, all items bag free shipping.Deal ends September 25 at 3 am ET.

imobilePhonex via eBay offers the Unlocked Sony Xperia ZL Lte C6506 GSM Android Smartphone in Black, model no. 1270-6439, for $309 with free shipping. That's the lowest total price we've seen for this phone in any color. (It's also a current price low in any color by $21.) This GSM smartphone features a Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 1.5GHz quad core processor, 5 inch 1080x1920 touchscreen, 2GB RAM, 16GB internal storage, 13-megapixel rear-facing camera, 1080p video recording, and Android 4.1 OS (Jelly Bean).

Factory Certified via eBay offers the factory-refurbished Unlocked Apple iPhone 5 16GB GSM Smartphone in Black, model no. MD293LL/A, or White, model no. MD294LL/A, for $410 with free shipping. That's the lowest total price we've seen for this model. (It's also $94 under the price of a new unit.) Each is covered by a 1-year Apple warranty.

It's been a long time since Google has released a major version of its Android operating system, and all indications are that the next version will be a big deal. Google is likely to unveil Android 4.5 during its IO event in San Francisco in late June. While there has been incremental accessibility improvements to Android over the past few months, many are hoping for some major leaps forward with this release.
Inspired by a list from Jonathan Mosen for Apple's iOS 8, here are my top 10 accessibility wishes for the next version of Android.

According to Samsung Mobile Press, Samsung is releasing three new accessories for the Galaxy Core Advanced. The goal of all of these accessories is to make the phone a more powerful tool for people with visual impairments. The ultrasonic case provides audible and tactile feedback to alert the user about objects that are within 2 meters of them. The optical stand scan provides the user with an optimal angle and distance to capture text and have it read aloud. Finally, the voice label tool allows users to label objects and addd a voice tag.

In an effort to attract new customers, Sprint is offering $100 off the cost of certain smart phones including the new iPhone 5C and 5s. This means that you can get the iPhone 5C for free and the 5s for $99. The offer only applies to customers who are switching from a different carrier and who sign a two year agreement.

Even though there are accessible smart phones on the market, not everyone is interested in having a phone that requires a data plan. Starting on September 13th, Sprint will start selling the new Kyocera Kona flip phone. The phone will sell for $50 with a two year contract, with a $50 rebate that makes the phone free. The phone has a built-in text to speech engine that reads aloud all menus, text messages, incoming caller ID, notifications, and more. Users will be able to change how fast the text to speech talks and the color contrast on the screen. The keypad has shortcut keys for 911 and well defined tactile buttons. There is also a web browser for users that are interested in connecting to the web on their phones.

Earlier this month, T-Mobile announced it's no contract options and committed to changing the cell phone industry. To avoid being one uped by T-Mobile, the other major carriers also have decided to make changes. A few days after the announcement, Sprint came out with new pricing on their plans and unlimited data for life. And now AT&T has come out with no contract options that look very similar to T-Mobile, but of course are slightly different.

According to an article in CNet, AT&T customers will have the option to pay an installment plan for 20 months rather then an upfront fee with a two year contract. They will then have the option to leave the carrier as long as they finish paying their installment plan. The plans range from $15 to $50 depending on the device. An iPhone 5 would cost someone $32.50 per month and a Galaxy S4 would cost $32. Along with the no contract option, customers will have the option of upgrading their device after one year instead of 24 months. The biggest difference between T-Mobile's plan and AT&T's is that the monthly plans for AT&T have not changed. If you don't think that you have extra money to tack on your already high cell phone bill then a no contract option may not be for you, but if you want the freedom of no contract then you now have another carrier option.