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Apple Raises Most Trade-In Estimates While Trimming Android Offers and Top Mac Value

The company says routine shifts in supply and demand prompted the changes, with final trade-in amounts set only after Apple inspects returned devices.

Overview

  • Apple updated its U.S. trade-in estimates on Wednesday, increasing offered values for most current iPhone, iPad, Mac, and many Apple Watch models.
  • The top iPhone offer rose to $695 for the iPhone 16 Pro Max and every iPhone 16 model saw higher estimates, while the iPad Pro top offer climbed to $690.
  • Mac changes were mixed with several models gaining value but the highest listed Mac offer falling from $2,090 to $2,045, implying a cut to a higher-end model such as a Mac Pro or Mac Studio.
  • Android trade-in values were trimmed overall, narrowing the headline Android range from $30–$370 to $30–$360 and reducing top offers for models like the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and Pixel 8 Pro.
  • Apple-listed amounts are only estimates and customers receive final offers after Apple inspects devices; credit can be applied to purchases or given as an Apple Gift Card and ineligible devices are recycled for free, which can affect timing and savings for users planning upgrades.