Verizon Unveils Back-to-School Deals and Digital Safety Tools

As the new school year approaches, Verizon is rolling out a comprehensive suite of back-to-school deals and digital wellness tools to help families navigate the tech landscape affordably and safely. The company is offering significant discounts on devices like the Gizmo Watch 4, which is free for new and existing customers on a 36-month payment plan with a new watch line, no trade-in required. This smartwatch provides parents with peace of mind through location tracking, school mode, and approved-contact-only communication. Additionally, Verizon's Kids Bundle allows customers to buy any Android phone and get the Gizmo Watch 4 along with a Samsung Galaxy Tab A11+ for free, with new lines and service plans. For college students and teachers, Verizon offers additional discounts that stack, including a $25/line/month rate for teachers on four lines of Unlimited Welcome, and up to $25/month savings for college students on two lines when bundled with home internet.

Beyond deals, Verizon emphasizes families-first technology with tools designed for intentional connection. The downloadable Family Tech Agreement helps families set mutual boundaries for screen time, while the Verizon Family App provides parental controls, screen time management, teen driving insights, and location check-ins. The company also offers free digital wellness resources through its Parenting in a Digital World site, covering advice for parents, caregivers, students, teachers, and schools. These tools aim to streamline back-to-school logistics and ensure that technology serves as a bridge for learning and safety, not a source of distraction.

Verizon's commitment to affordability and safety is underscored by its Samsung Ultimate Bundle, where eligible customers can buy a new Samsung phone or bring their own Android phone and get a Galaxy Watch9 and Galaxy Tab S10 FE on us with service plans. The company also provides expert advice and resources to help families establish healthy digital habits. With these offerings, Verizon positions itself as a one-stop shop for back-to-school tech needs, combining value, connection, and digital safety tools to power a successful school year.