In the hours leading up to the launch of the next-generation Samsung smartphone, the Galaxy S IV, online retailer Amazon is having a limited-time sale for its predecessor, the Samsung Galaxy S III, as well as the Note II tablet.
Amazon has temporarily cut prices on the Galaxy S III for new Verizon, AT&T and Sprint customers with a two-year contract, as well as the Galaxy Note II on AT&T.
For Verizon and Sprint, the smartphone has dropped from $69.99 to just one penny ($0.01). The devices come in blue and white for both carriers, and black is also available on sale for Verizon.
The Galaxy S III for new AT&T customers is now priced at $49.99 from $79.99 (blue, white and red).
Meanwhile, the Galaxy Note II is now $69.99 (from $99.99) for new Sprint customers and available in titanium and white, while on AT&T, it's priced at $149.99 (from $199.99) in those same colors.
The news comes as Samsung plans to launch its latest smartphone on Thursday night in New York City.