Apple raised trade-in values for most of its consumer devices in the United States on August 6, 2026. This adjustment gives buyers more credit when upgrading to newer models. The changes impact anyone looking to sell a current device to fund a new purchase.
Apple raises credit for iPhones and Macs while adding new Android models
The update affects Macs, iPhones, iPads, and Apple Watches. Apple increased the trade-in value for the MacBook Pro to $855, up from $690. The Mac Studio also saw a significant jump to $1,305 from $1,045.
- MacBook Pro Trade-in Value: $855
- Mac Studio Trade-in Value: $1,305
- Mac mini Trade-in Value: $480
- MacBook Air Trade-in Value: $580
- iPhone 16 Pro Trade-in Value: $630
Apple adjusted pricing for several other Mac models as well. The Mac mini trade-in value rose to $480 from $375. The MacBook Air climbed to $580 from $520. These figures reflect the new rates effective immediately in the US market.
Apple boosted trade-in values for its mobile devices too. The iPhone 16 Pro now trades in for up to $630, up from $560. The iPhone 15 Pro Max rises to $530 from $490. The iPad Pro reached $720 from $690, and the iPad mini increased to $300 from $265. The Apple Watch Series 10 leads the wearable group at $165, up from $150.
Apple expanded eligibility to include new Android models for the first time. The company added the Google Pixel 9 series and Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra to its list. The OnePlus 13 and OnePlus 13R are also now eligible. This marks a shift in Apple's trade-in policy to accept more third-party devices.
Apple has not disclosed the reasoning behind the broad increase. Some devices saw gains of close to 30%. The update coincides with a global memory shortage pushing DRAM contract prices up. We tracked these changes as part of our ongoing coverage of Apple's hardware ecosystem.
Source: NotebookCheck
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