Samsung–Amazon Music preinstall partnership

In mid‑July 2026 Samsung announced a new partnership with Amazon Music, planning to ship the streaming service pre‑installed on upcoming Galaxy smartphones and tablets. The deal included a three‑month free trial of Amazon Music Unlimited for new subscribers, with automatic renewal at the standard monthly price after the trial. The rollout was slated for high‑end models such as the Galaxy S26 series, Z Fold 8 line and Z Flip 8, though exact device lists were not confirmed.

A few days later Samsung clarified the promotion, reactivating the free three‑month Amazon Music Unlimited offer for eligible Galaxy devices. The updated list of qualifying models expanded to include the Galaxy S25 Ultra, S26 Ultra, Z Fold 8 and the Tab S11, and hinted that older phones might also be covered. Users receive the pre‑installed app via the Galaxy Store, must download it and provide payment details to begin the trial, after which the subscription converts to a paid plan unless canceled. The promotion applies globally to millions of Galaxy users without the need for discount codes.

Both snapshots highlight Samsung’s strategy to enhance the Galaxy ecosystem by bundling Amazon’s audio service, offering a trial period as an incentive while addressing consumer concerns about pre‑installed “bloatware.”