For those who believe in biding their time post-product launch to secure the best savings on electronics, it may be prudent to reconsider. Samsung has discreetly instituted price increases for several of its 2024 and 2025 offerings listed on its official U.S. website.
This surge encompasses the Galaxy Z Flip 7, particularly in its 512GB variant, the Galaxy S25 FE, the specialized Galaxy S25 Edge, alongside a significant portion of Samsung’s tablet range.
The 512GB Galaxy Z Flip 7, initially introduced with a price tag of $1,219.99, now commands $1,299.99. Meanwhile, the Galaxy S25 FE in its 256GB configuration has escalated from $709.99 to $749.99. However, it is within the tablet sector where the fare becomes decidedly steeper.
The base model Galaxy Tab S11 has experienced an across-the-board increase of $100, whereas the high-end 1TB Tab S11 Ultra has surged dramatically from $1,619.99 to a staggering $1,899.99 seemingly overnight.
The Galaxy Tab S series was Samsung’s budget-oriented competitor against Apple’s iPad Pro; however, at nearly $1,900, it now poses a formidable challenge for marketers aiming to entice customers when considering the M5 iPad Pro, currently priced under $1,500 on Amazon.
Even traditional mid-range models like the Tab S10 FE and Tab S10 Lite are not immune, witnessing price hikes in the vicinity of $50 to $70.
Below is the comprehensive list of devices experiencing price increases:
- Galaxy Tab S11 – from $799.99 to $899.99 (128GB)
- Galaxy Tab S11 – from $859.99 to $999.99 (256GB)
- Galaxy Tab S11 – from $979.99 to $1,199.99 (512GB)
- Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra – from $1,199.99 to $1,299.99 (256GB)
- Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra – from $1,319.99 to $1,499.99 (512GB)
- Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra – from $1,619.99 to $1,899.99 (1TB)
- Galaxy Tab S10 FE – from $499.99 to $549.99 (128GB)
- Galaxy Tab S10 FE – from $569.99 to $669.99 (256GB)
- Galaxy Tab S10 FE Plus – from $649.99 to $699.99 (128GB)
- Galaxy Tab S10 FE Plus – from $749.99 to $819.99 (256GB)
- Galaxy Tab S10 Lite – from $349.99 to $399.99 (128GB)
- Galaxy Tab S10 Lite – from $419.99 to $489.99 (256GB)
- Galaxy Tab S10 Plus – from $999.99 to $1,099.99 (256GB)
- Galaxy Tab S10 Plus – from $1,119.99 to $1,299.99 (512GB)
- Galaxy Tab A11 Plus – from $249.99 to $299.99 (128GB)
- Galaxy Tab A11 Plus – from $309.99 to $379.99 (256GB)
- Galaxy Tab A11+ 5G – from $279.99 to $329.99
This price escalation is largely attributed to the capriciousness of the semiconductor market. As the burgeoning demand for artificial intelligence solutions has flourished in recent quarters, companies have surged to expand their data center infrastructures.
Memory manufacturers, including SanDisk and SK Hynix, have reported staggering revenue growth, with SanDisk alone amassing over $3 billion in the second quarter of 2026.
Consequently, it is evident that Samsung is prepared to endure potential consumer dissatisfaction by elevating prices on established, months-old inventory.
Furthermore, it is almost certain that the introduction price for forthcoming devices is destined to rise. Flagship models such as the Galaxy Fold 8 and Z Flip 8—scheduled for release later this year—could very well follow suit in this upward trend.
Source link: Neowin.net.
