This exclusive T-Mobile deal gets you a powerful Samsung tablet for only $99 — but you're running out of time

Whether you're on the road or on the couch, tablets have become essential devices in today's world. They can also cost a pretty penny without a good deal attached, which is where companies like T-Mobile come in.

This weekend only, the iconic wireless provider will give you the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE 5G for only $99 when you add a line with an eligible data plan on its website. That's a straight $500.99 discount, no trade-in required.

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Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE 5G 128GB: $599.99 $99.99 with Tablet Unlimited Plus or higher at T-Mobile

In the market for a new couch companion? The Galaxy Tab S10 FE 5G is an excellent choice, and now T-Mobile will give you the 'Fan Edition' tablet for only $99 when you add a line with the Tablet Unlimited Plus plan (or higher). The exclusive offer expires on July 8th, however, so don't wait too long to make your move. View Deal

The Galaxy Tab S10 FE is designated a "Fan Edition" tablet because it takes the most popular features of more-expensive Samsung tablets and loads them onto a versatile, midrange package that should please just about everyone. Straight out of the box, you get a vibrant 10.9-inch 90Hz display with an included S Pen stylus that magnetically connects to the side of the tablet. The Tab S10 FE also boasts a sturdy aluminum build with IP68 water-and-dust resistance, which is rare for a tablet in this price range.

Under the hood, the Galaxy Tab S10 FE is powered by an efficient Exynos chipset with 12GB of RAM, plus you get a 12MP front-facing camera, expandable storage up to 2TB using microSD, and a large 8,000mAh battery should easily last a full day on a single charge.

Sure, there are more powerful Samsung tablets out there, but the Galaxy Tab S10 FE is a reliable, balanced choice for users who don't want to break the bank. This $500 discount from T-Mobile is just the cherry on top.

So what's the catch?

Like I mentioned above, you'll need to sign up for the Tablet Unlimited Plus plan (or higher) to enjoy the $500.99 in savings over 24 months. These data plans start at $25 per month using AutoPay, which you probably would've paid anyway if you plan to connect the tablet to a wireless network. You'll also need to cover a $35 activation fee and any applicable sales tax.

T-Mobile's Tablet Unlimited Plus plan gives you unlimited high-speed data every month, plus 15GB of mobile hotspot data, HD video streaming, and unlimited texting with 5GB of data in over 215 countries around the globe.