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Apple Increases Trade-In Values for Most Devices, Adds New Android Models
Key points
- Trade-in values increased for most Apple devices.
- Some Apple device values rose by nearly 30%.
- New Samsung, Google Pixel, and OnePlus models added to trade-in.
- Mac Studio trade-in value increased by $260.
- Some older Android phone trade-in values decreased.
Overview of Trade-In Program Changes
Apple has adjusted its trade-in program, implementing higher values for a majority of its iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch models. These increases vary, with some devices seeing a rise of nearly 30% in their trade-in credit.
In addition to changes for its own products, Apple has expanded the range of Android devices accepted for trade-in. The program now includes specific models from Samsung Galaxy, Google Pixel, and OnePlus. Conversely, trade-in values for some older Android phones have been reduced.
Specific Apple Device Value Adjustments
Among the Apple products, the Mac Studio saw the largest increase, with its trade-in value rising by $260, from $1,045 to $1,305. Other notable increases include the MacBook Pro, which went from $690 to $855, and the Mac Pro, increasing from $2,045 to $2,195.
iPhone models also experienced value adjustments. For example, the iPhone 16 Pro Max increased from $695 to $720, and the iPhone 16 Pro rose from $560 to $630. While most devices received an increase, some, like the iPhone 16e and iPhone 14 Plus, remained unchanged.
Expanded Android Device Support
The trade-in program now accepts several new Android devices. These include the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G for $95, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL for $315, the Google Pixel 9 Pro for $305, the Google Pixel 9 for $210, the OnePlus 13 for $250, and the OnePlus 13R for $165.
Decreases for Select Android Models
While new Android models were added, some existing Android devices saw their trade-in values decrease. The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G dropped from $130 to $125. Google Pixel models also experienced reductions, with the Pixel 8 Pro decreasing from $165 to $155 and the Pixel 7 Pro from $95 to $90.
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How outlets covered it
Apple has increased trade-in offers for various iPhones, iPads, Macs, Apple Watches, and some Android phones, with certain devices seeing over $100 more in value. This change follows earlier price hikes and the introduction of a new leasing program, indicating Apple's efforts to manage device affordability and sales.
Apple has updated its trade-in program, raising the values for most iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch models, with some increases reaching nearly 30%. The company also expanded its accepted Android devices to include additional Samsung Galaxy, Google Pixel, and OnePlus models. This adjustment impacts consumers looking to upgrade their devices through Apple's trade-in service.