Samsung frequently offers a range of freebies and promotional perks to its customers, varying by device model, region, and time of year. These offers can include free subscriptions to software and streaming services, hardware accessories, and extended trials. The availability and specifics of these promotions change regularly, with distinct packages often provided to U.S. and U.K. shoppers. For consumers in the United States, current and recent promotions have included subscriptions to services like Microsoft 365, SiriusXM, Peacock Premium, Perplexity AI Pro, YouTube Premium, and NBA League Pass, as well as hardware like Galaxy Buds3 Pro.
Understanding the eligibility requirements, which devices are included, and the redemption process is essential for taking advantage of these offers. The following guide details the various freebies available to Samsung device owners, based on information from recent promotional reports and announcements.
Current Subscription and Software Freebies for U.S. Users
Samsung has partnered with several major software and service providers to offer complimentary subscriptions to Galaxy device owners. These offers are typically time-limited and may require a new subscription or specific device ownership.
Microsoft 365 Basic
A promotion is available for millions of Samsung phone owners, providing a six-month subscription to Microsoft 365 Basic at no cost. This offer is valued at $12 over the promotional period, as the service normally costs $1.99 per month. The subscription includes 100GB of cloud storage for files, photos, videos, and emails, ad-free and secure email with Outlook, additional photo and file protections, and access to Microsoft 365 support experts.
To be eligible, users must be a brand new subscriber to OneDrive or Microsoft 365 and cannot be a Verizon customer. The redemption process requires users to navigate to their Samsung Galaxy app settings, tap "Switch To OneDrive," and follow the instructions to link their accounts. The offer can then be redeemed inside the Microsoft OneDrive app by selecting the six-month free trial plan.
SiriusXM
Owners of specific Galaxy S24 series models—the Galaxy S24 Ultra, Galaxy S24, or Galaxy S24+—can claim a four-month subscription to SiriusXM. This offer provides a saving of nearly $40, as the service normally costs $9.99 per month. To claim the deal, users must follow a provided link and enter credit card information, though they will not be charged during the promotional period.
Perplexity AI Pro
In a partnership announced in June, Samsung and Perplexity are offering a one-year free subscription to Perplexity AI Pro, valued at $200, to Galaxy device users in the U.S. This promotion is available to existing Galaxy handset and tablet users. To redeem it, users must download the Perplexity AI app from the Samsung Galaxy Store (not the Google Play Store) and create an account. The subscription grants access to the Pro tier of the Perplexity AI service.
Peacock Premium
Peacock Premium subscriptions are included in several of Samsung’s device-specific bundles. For example, buyers of the Galaxy S25 Ultra and S25 Edge receive three months of Peacock Premium for free. Similarly, purchasers of the Galaxy Z Fold 6 are also eligible for three months of the service.
Adobe Lightroom
The Galaxy Z Fold 6 purchase promotion includes a two-month free subscription to Adobe Lightroom. This offer is part of a larger bundle of creative and productivity software tailored to the device’s large foldable display.
Gemini Advanced
Buyers of the Galaxy S25 Ultra and S25 Edge receive six months of Gemini Advanced for free. This AI-powered service is part of the bundle designed to sweeten the deal for new Galaxy phone purchases.
Hardware and Accessory Freebies
In addition to software subscriptions, Samsung occasionally bundles free hardware with new device purchases, particularly in the U.K. market. However, some U.S.-specific hardware promotions have also been identified.
Galaxy Buds3 Pro
A U.K.-specific promotion for the Galaxy S25 Edge provides a free pair of Galaxy Buds3 Pro with every purchase. This offer requires the use of a specific code, "S25EDGE," at checkout. The promotion also includes double the storage capacity for the device at no extra cost and an extra £100 off for those who join the New Galaxy Club.
While this specific hardware bundle is targeted at U.K. shoppers, it highlights the type of high-value accessory freebies Samsung has offered in the past. In the last year, Samsung has reportedly given away a free Chromebook with Galaxy S24 purchases, a free tablet, free Galaxy Buds 3 Pro headphones, and a free Galaxy Watch. U.S. shoppers may find that trade-in values for their old devices are more generous than in other regions, which can serve as an alternative to free hardware bundles.
Promotional Bundles for New Device Purchases
Samsung structures many of its freebie offers around the purchase of new, high-end devices. The bundles are often tailored to the specific features and target audience of the device in question.
Galaxy S25 Ultra and S25 Edge
The U.S. promotion for the Galaxy S25 Ultra and S25 Edge includes a package of three complimentary subscriptions: - 3 months of Peacock Premium - 6 months of SiriusXM - 6 months of Gemini Advanced
Galaxy Z Fold 6
Buyers of the Galaxy Z Fold 6 in the U.S. receive a different set of freebies, which appear to be customized for productivity and creative work on the device's large screen: - 50% off LumaFusion and a 30-day free trial to Storyblocks - 3 months of Peacock Premium - 6 months of SiriusXM - 2 months of Adobe Lightroom - 30-day free trial to ArcSite
Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra
The Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra is eligible for all the freebies included with the Galaxy Z Fold 6, with the addition of a year-long subscription to Goodnotes.
Galaxy XR and Advanced Device Promotions
Samsung's promotions also extend to its more advanced and newly launched devices, such as the Galaxy XR headset. These bundles are designed to help users explore the full capabilities of the new technology without additional out-of-pocket costs.
Galaxy XR Freebie Package
The promotion for the Galaxy XR headset includes a comprehensive suite of subscriptions and content. The core of the package provides full, one-year subscriptions to: - YouTube Premium - NBA League Pass - Google Play Pass - Calms Premium - Project Pulsar - Google AI Pro
In addition to these year-long subscriptions, the bundle includes a steep discount for three months of YouTube TV, costing just $1 per month. It also grants access to two specific games: NFL Pro Era and Asteroid. This collection of freebies is intended to give users a broad range of content and experiences to explore on the new XR platform.
Regional Differences and U.K. Promotions
It is important for consumers to note that Samsung’s promotional strategies differ significantly between the U.S. and the U.K. While U.S. shoppers currently receive a variety of software subscription bundles, U.K. shoppers are often offered hardware bundles instead.
For instance, the U.K.-exclusive promotion for the Galaxy S25 Edge includes the free Galaxy Buds3 Pro, double storage, and a trade-in bonus. Historically, the U.K. market has received more generous software bundles through the "Samsung Boost" program, which included services like Deezer, YouTube Premium, Google Play Pass, Microsoft 365, Readly, and Calm. The Samsung Boost program was discontinued, but its existence shows a different promotional focus for the U.K. region. U.S. shoppers who feel they are missing out on hardware freebies can take solace in Samsung’s higher trade-in valuations in the U.S. compared to the U.K. For example, a used Galaxy S22 Ultra is valued at $500 in the U.S. versus approximately $347 in the U.K.
Conclusion
Samsung offers a dynamic and varied selection of freebies to its customers, with current U.S. promotions heavily focused on software and streaming service subscriptions. From productivity tools like Microsoft 365 and Adobe Lightroom to entertainment options like Peacock Premium and NBA League Pass, these offers provide tangible value for both new and existing device owners. The specific freebies available are tied to device models, with distinct packages for the Galaxy S25 series, Galaxy Z Fold 6, and the Galaxy XR headset. Consumers should be aware that promotional strategies, particularly the balance between software and hardware freebies, differ between regions like the U.S. and U.K. To take advantage of these offers, users must carefully review eligibility requirements, which often include being a new subscriber to a service and following precise redemption steps through the Samsung Galaxy app or specific partner links.