Apple Increases Trade-In Values for iPhones, Macs, and More

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Apple Enhances Trade-In Estimates for Various Devices

Today, Apple has made significant adjustments to its trade-in values in the United States, amplifying the estimated worth of numerous iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch models.

In an interesting development, several Android devices have also been incorporated into the trade-in lineup for the first time.

According to reports from 9to5Mac, some devices have experienced staggering increases, with certain models rising by nearly 30% compared to the previous estimates published in May.

The pinnacle of Apple’s iPhone offerings, the iPhone 16 Pro Max, now boasts a trade-in value of up to $720, an increase from its prior valuation of $695. The escalations extend throughout the entire lineup, even encompassing some of Apple’s older models:

  • iPhone 16 Pro Max: $695 to $720
  • iPhone 16 Pro: $560 to $630
  • iPhone 16 Plus: $465 to $485
  • iPhone 16: $460 to $480
  • iPhone 15 Pro Max: $490 to $530
  • iPhone 15 Pro: $410 to $420
  • iPhone 15 Plus: $325 to $340
  • iPhone 15: $320 to $335
  • iPhone 14 Pro Max: $375 to $405
  • iPhone 14 Pro: $320 to $335
  • iPhone 14: $225 to $235
  • iPhone SE (3rd generation): $80 to $85
  • iPhone 13 Pro Max: $320 to $340
  • iPhone 13 Pro: $260 to $285
  • iPhone 13: $195 to $205
  • iPhone 13 mini: $150 to $155
  • iPhone 12 Pro Max: $220 to $240
  • iPhone 12 Pro: $180 to $195
  • iPhone 12: $125 to $135
  • iPhone 12 mini: $85 to $90
  • iPhone 11 Pro Max: $150 to $160
  • iPhone 11 Pro: $135 to $145
  • iPhone 11: $100 to $110
  • iPhone XS Max: $90 to $95
  • iPhone XS: $65 to $70
  • iPhone XR: $80 to $90
  • iPhone 8: $35 to $40

Models that remain unchanged include the iPhone 16e, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone SE (2nd generation), iPhone X, and iPhone 8 Plus. Remarkably, every current iPad has also seen an increase in value:

  • iPad Pro: $690 to $720
  • iPad Air: $460 to $490
  • iPad mini: $265 to $300
  • iPad: $235 to $260

The updates for Mac devices displayed some of the most notable percentage gains, most prominently the Mac mini, which surged by approximately 28%:

The iMac Pro’s valuation remains unchanged. Furthermore, Apple Watch trade-in values have increased across a majority of models:

  • Apple Watch Series 10: $150 to $165
  • Apple Watch Series 9: $130 to $135
  • Apple Watch Series 8: $90 to $95
  • Apple Watch Series 7: $65 to $70

Models that did not see any changes include the Apple Watch Ultra 2, Apple Watch Ultra, Apple Watch SE (2nd generation), Apple Watch Series 6, and Apple Watch SE (1st generation).

In contrast, trade-in values for Android devices displayed mixed performance. Apple introduced a variety of newer Samsung, Google, and OnePlus smartphones into the trade-in catalog for the first time, while some existing valuations experienced declines:

  • Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G: $130 to $125
  • Samsung Galaxy S22+ 5G: $80 to $85
  • Samsung Galaxy S22 5G: $80 to $85
  • Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G: $95 (new)
  • Google Pixel 9 Pro XL: $315 (new)
  • Google Pixel 9 Pro: $305 (new)
  • Google Pixel 9: $210 (new)
  • Google Pixel 8 Pro: $165 to $155
  • Google Pixel 7 Pro: $95 to $90
  • Google Pixel 7: $65 to $60
  • OnePlus 13: $250 (new)
  • OnePlus 13R: $165 (new)

Models that remain unchanged encompass the Samsung Galaxy S21+ 5G, Samsung Galaxy S21 5G, Google Pixel 8, Google Pixel 8a, OnePlus 12, and OnePlus 12R.

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As customary, Apple’s trade-in values serve as estimates, with the caveat that final offers may vary contingent on a device’s condition and configuration. Additionally, not all devices qualify for trade-in credit.

Source link: Macrumors.com.

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I'm Neil Hemmings from Anaheim, CA, with an Associate of Science in Computer Science from Diablo Valley College. As Senior Tech Associate and Content Manager at RS Web Solutions, I write about AI, gadgets, cybersecurity, and apps – sharing hands-on reviews, tutorials, and practical tech insights.
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