That price hike could be due to the new software promises Samsung is making. Smartprix says that Samsung will offer seven years of Android updates and security patches when it launches the S24 FE. That matches Google’s new (ish) promise on updates and Apple’s unofficial seven-year policy.

Pre-orders for the S24 FE appear to be at least momentarily open prematurely, starting at $650. Samsung’s formal launch of the phone has been expected for later this week.

The original Galaxy S24 range first went on sale all the way back in February and are some of the best Android phones we've seen this year. Now it seems a new version of these popular devices - which includes the S24, S24 Plus and S24 Ultra - is coming soon and it could land in pockets with a surprisingly low price tag.

Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is expected to launch soon with exciting features like a triple-camera setup, Exynos 2400e processor, and a 4700mAh battery.

Reportedly, the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE will cost a tad more than the current generation fan-edition model at launch. The smartphone is anticipated to feature a design similar to the Galaxy S24

While the Galaxy S24 FE isn't yet official, you wouldn't know it from the release of this detailed Samsung unboxing video.

Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S24 FE appeared in a newly leaked promotional video. It'll come in several colors, use Samsung's new Exynos 2400e chipset, and feature a larger, brighter display than last year. The Galaxy S24 FE is rumored to cost $650, which could make it a difficult buy next to discounted Galaxy S24+ models.

When it comes to flagship smartphones, few names carry the weight that Apple and Samsung do. The latest in their iconic series, the Apple iPhone 16 and the Samsung Galaxy S24 represent the pinnacle of mobile technology,

The Galaxy S24 FE looks like it will be priced higher than previous generations, following the trend seen with other Samsung phones this year.

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