You've filed your taxes (well, almost) and you're looking forward to that much-needed refund. You're not alone! From paying off bills, to tucking savings away for a rainy day, to having a little fun—there's a lot you can do with that money. The good news is: the average refund last year, according to the IRS, was over $3,0001. So, how can you get up to date on those payments, put some money in the bank AND get a reliable device that has everything you need minus the eye-popping price tag?
Check out our top five favorite devices, loaded with plenty of extras, so you can maximize your tax refund without overspending on a phone. Sweetening the pot, each of these phones require $0 down! Let's start with number five and go from there:
5. iPhone SE (3rd Gen)
Small, stylish and affordable, this third-generation iPhone SE is an incredible option for those who crave an iPhone. It’s compact, at just 4.7 inches, but it still has 5G capabilities, albeit a little less powerful processor compared to the newer iPhone models. Here's a breakdown of everything you'll get:
Key Features
- 5G
- 4.7" Retina HD Display
- Advanced Single-Camera System
- 7MP FaceTime HD Camera
- A15 Bionic Chip
- Fast Charge Capable
- Up to 128GB Memory
What you'll love
iPhone SE is fast and 5G-ready and, best of all, it doesn’t have all the over-the-top extras that quicky add up. While it's perfect as a starter smartphone, it's also great for anyone who loves Apple products, needs a phone that easily fits in their purse or pocket, and appreciates the designs of the older generation iPhones. It boasts a single camera (enough for most people's tastes) and even has many of the camera features found on newer iPhones. You'll also find the display to be strikingly bright and beautiful, despite its compact size.
4. Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
Boasting all the essentials and a ton of extras to boot, the Galaxy A15 combines innovation and value with a bright display, triple camera and loads of expandable storage. Here's a quick look at what's onboard:
Key Features
- 5G
- 6.5" Super AMOLED Display
- Triple Camera System w/50MP Main
- 5,000mAh Battery
- Up to 1TB Memory
What you'll love
You can view all your favorite content in crisp, colorful clarity on the big, bright display. Plus, easily capture moments on the triple-lens camera system, while never worrying about running out of space with up to 1TB of expandable storage. The battery is super powerful, and the fast-charging capabilities are equally impressive. You'll also appreciate the on-board multilayered Knox Security feature, which can help keep your personal data safer and more secure.
3. Google Pixel 8
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is all the talk these days. If you want it baked into your phone, the newest entry-level Google Pixel is for you. You'll get all the perks that come with Google AI and plenty more. Here's a look:
Key Features
- Google AI
- 6.2" OLED Display + Up To 2000 Nits (Peak Brightness)
- Google Tensor G3 Processor
- 50 MP Octa Wide Camera + 12MP ultrawide + 10.5 MP Dual Selfie
- 4,575mAh Battery + Fast Wireless Charging + Battery Share
- 7 years of security updates
What you'll love
Like we mentioned, the big draw to this phone is that it boasts Google AI, which means you'll get advanced tools like Circle to Search (just circle any image, text, or video with your finger, and Google AI finds it fast!), real-time Live Translate in dozens of languages, car-crash detection and more. AI is in the camera, as well, giving you cool features like Magic Eraser, which lets you easily erase any background stuff from your images, not to mention Night Sight and Macro Focus, for stunning pictures that make you look like a pro. The display is also bright and beautiful, as is the design of the phone itself.
2. moto g stylus 5G
Need an amazing phone with a built-in stylus but don't want to shell out for that other premium flagship? Motorola has an option you'll love. The 2023 moto g stylus 5G has what you need and then some:
Key Features
- 5G
- Built-in stylus
- 6.6" 120Hz display
- 5,000mAh battery
- 128GB storage + microSD card slot
- Dolby Atmos sound
What you'll love
Aside from the handy pop-out stylus, this moto g also has a powerful Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 processor, a big, bold 6.6-inch display, a 50MP camera system to capture your favorite moments and up-to 128GB to store it all. You'll love the long-lasting 5,000mAh battery and, if you need a headphone jack, this phone is definitely for you.
1. REVVL 6x PRO 5G
If you're willing to part with better-known brands for a premium blend of performance and features, you'll be more-than pleasantly surprised by the REVVL 6x PRO. Here's a quick list of on-board tech:
Key Features
- 5G
- 6.82" HD+ Display
- 5,000 mAh battery
- Quad-Camera System
- MediaTek Dimensity 700
- Wireless Charging
- Up to 256GB Memory
What you'll love
The REVVL 6x PRO boasts a massive HD+ display (the biggest on the list!), quad camera system, lots of memory, a powerful battery, wireless charging capabilities and a super-speedy octa-core CPU—all at a great price. Plus, for a limited time at T-Mobile, you can trade in a broken device for a brand new REVVL 6x PRO. Learn more here.
No matter which phone you ultimately choose, be sure to browse the latest offers and deals so you can make the most of your tax refund. Still undecided?
You might also be interested in:
- Google Deals from T-Mobile
- REVVL Deals from T-Mobile
- Motorola Deals from T-Mobile
- Samsung Deals from T-Mobile
- iPhone Deals from T-Mobile
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