Apple Boosts Trade-in Offers Ahead of Iphone 18 Launch
WHO:
9to5Mac - Apple is preparing for the launch of the iPhone 18 Pro and Ultra models.
MacRumors - Apple updated its trade-in estimates for various devices.
WHAT:
9to5Mac - The iPhone 16 Plus trade-in value increased from $465 to $485.
9to5Mac - The iPhone 16 trade-in value increased from $460 to $480.
9to5Mac - The iPhone 15 Pro Max trade-in value increased from $490 to $530.
9to5Mac - The iPhone 15 Pro trade-in value increased from $410 to $420.
9to5Mac - The iPhone 15 Plus trade-in value increased from $325 to $340.
9to5Mac - The iPhone 15 trade-in value increased from $320 to $335.
9to5Mac - The iPhone 14 Pro Max trade-in value increased from $375 to $405.
9to5Mac - The iPhone 14 Pro trade-in value increased from $320 to $335.
9to5Mac - The iPhone 14 trade-in value increased from $225 to $235.
9to5Mac - The iPhone SE (3rd generation) trade-in value increased from $80 to $85.
9to5Mac - The iPhone 13 Pro Max trade-in value increased from $320 to $340.
9to5Mac - The iPhone 13 Pro trade-in value increased from $260 to $285.
9to5Mac - The iPhone 13 trade-in value increased from $195 to $205.
9to5Mac - The iPhone 13 mini trade-in value increased from $150 to $155.
9to5Mac - The iPhone 12 Pro Max trade-in value increased from $220 to $240.
9to5Mac - The iPhone 12 Pro trade-in value increased from $180 to $195.
9to5Mac - The iPhone 12 trade-in value increased from $125 to $135.
9to5Mac - The iPhone 12 mini trade-in value increased from $85 to $90.
9to5Mac - The iPhone 11 Pro Max trade-in value increased from $150 to $160.
9to5Mac - The iPhone 11 Pro trade-in value increased from $135 to $145.
9to5Mac - The iPhone 11 trade-in value increased from $100 to $110.
9to5Mac - The iPhone XS Max trade-in value increased from $90 to $95.
9to5Mac - The iPhone XS trade-in value increased from $65 to $70.
9to5Mac - The iPhone XR trade-in value increased from $80 to $90.
9to5Mac - The iPhone 8 trade-in value increased from $35 to $40.
MacRumors - The MacBook Air trade-in value increased from $520 to $580.
MacRumors - The Mac mini trade-in value increased from $375 to $480.
MacRumors - The iPad Pro trade-in value increased from $690 to $720.
MacRumors - The iPad Air trade-in value increased from $460 to $490.
MacRumors - The iPad mini trade-in value increased from $265 to $300.
MacRumors - The iPad trade-in value increased from $235 to $260.
The Verge - The Mac Studio trade-in value increased by $260, now valued at $1,305.
The Verge - The Mac Pro trade-in value increased by $150, now valued at $2,195.
The Verge - The MacBook Pro trade-in value increased by $165, now valued at $855.
The Verge - The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G is newly valued at $95.
The Verge - The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is newly valued at $315.
The Verge - The Google Pixel 9 Pro is newly valued at $305.
The Verge - The Google Pixel 9 is newly valued at $210.
The Verge - The OnePlus 13 is newly valued at $250.
The Verge - The OnePlus 13R is newly valued at $165.
9to5Mac - Apple has launched a new Klarna-backed Apple Upgrade program allowing customers to lease an iPhone for 12 or 24 months.
9to5Mac - The iPhone 18 Pro could reportedly cost as much as $2,500.
9to5Mac - Apple has increased trade-in values for most of its devices, including the iPhone 16 Pro Max, which now fetches up to $720, up from $695.
MacRumors - The iPhone 16 Pro's trade-in value increased from $560 to $630.
MacRumors - Trade-in values for various iPad and Mac models have also been raised, with the MacBook Pro increasing from $690 to $855.
MacRumors - Apple added several Android phones to its trade-in list, including the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra and Google Pixel 9 lineup.
WHERE:
MacRumors - The trade-in updates apply to the U.S. market.
WHEN:
9to5Mac - The iPhone 18 Pro and Ultra are set to be announced in September.
9to5Mac - The standard iPhone 18 and cheaper iPhone 18e are expected to be released around March or April next year.
WHY:
9to5Mac - Apple is increasing trade-in values to make the higher prices of new devices more palatable for customers.
HOW:
9to5Mac - The Apple Upgrade program allows customers to pay a lower monthly payment by leasing part of the device's full price.
MacRumors - Trade-in values were updated based on the condition and configuration of devices, with some models gaining nearly 30% in estimated value compared to the last update in May.
(UPDATED August 7, 2026 10:48 UTC)
The trade-in values for several Apple devices have seen notable increases, with the iPhone 15 Pro Max rising from $490 to $530 and the MacBook Air now valued at $580, up from $520. Other significant changes include the iPad Pro increasing from $690 to $720 and the Mac Studio, which is now valued at $1,305 after a $260 increase. Additionally, new valuations have been set for various smartphones, including the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G at $95 and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL at $315.
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(UPDATED August 7, 2026 01:02 UTC)
Apple is gearing up for the launch of the iPhone 18 Pro and Ultra models, which are set to be announced in September, with the standard iPhone 18 and the more affordable iPhone 18e expected to hit the market around March or April next year. In an effort to make the higher prices of these new devices more appealing, Apple has increased trade-in values for many of its products, including the iPhone 16 Pro Max, which now offers up to $720, and the MacBook Pro, which has risen from $690 to $855. Additionally, Apple has introduced a new Klarna-backed Upgrade program that allows customers to lease an iPhone for 12 or 24 months, making it easier for consumers to manage the costs associated with upgrading their devices.