Apple boosts iPhone, Mac and iPad trade-in values again

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iPhone 12 Pro parts cost shockingly little
Your Apple device might be worth more than you think.
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The amount of money Apple will pay you to trade in a previous-generation iPhone just increased. And that’s the second time this spring. The same holds true for Mac and iPad.

So, if you have an older Apple device sitting around, it might be worth more than you suspect.

Apple Trade In offers more $$$ for your old iOS, macOS or iPadOS device

Apple devices are expensive but hold their value, which lowers the total cost of ownership. Think of it this way: An iPhone 13 cost $800 new but can be traded in for $400, so the real cost is $400.

Even better, the amount Apple will pay for a variety of its used computers just went up for the second time in two months.

iPhone trade-in prices

An iPhone 13 Pro Max is now worth up to $630 through the Apple Trade In program, a $30 increase. An iPhone 13 Pro went up $30 to $530. There are increases in value for some iPhone 12 series models, too. Many other devices didn’t change in value, though.

iPhone Apple Trade-in values May 2023
Even very old iPhones are worth something.
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iPad trade-in prices

The trade-in payout for an iPad Pro took a jump, too. Apple is offering up to $470 for one, a $25 increase. There are increases for iPad mini and Apple’s basic tablet, too.

iPad Apple Trade-in values May 2023
Reduce the total cost of your iPad by trading it in when you get a new one.
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Mac trade-in prices

And a MacBook Pro is now worth up to $775 to Apple, an increase of $45 from the trade-in value a week ago. A Mac mini’s maximum value is now $405, up from $375. The news isn’t all good, though — iMac value went down.

Mac Apple Trade-in values May 2023
Macs hold their value because they last so long.
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Visit Apple’s trade-in page to see how much your older Apple device is now worth.

Tips on trading in Apple devices

The exact amount Apple pays for trade-ins depends heavily on the condition of the product. If the device looks like one that’s been through a war, it won’t fetch top dollar. And keep in mind that you don’t have to be in the market for a new iPhone to sell your old one to Apple. The company will give you an Apple Gift Card you can use to buy other products.

Alternatively, you can try the Cult of Mac Buyback Program, which offers top dollar for Macs, iPhones, iPads, Apple Watches, Apple TVs, AirPods and other devices. Get your quote now.

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