The trade-in value was reduced by as much as $350

May 9, 2022 22:14 GMT  ·  By

Apple’s trade-in programs are a great way to get your hands on a brand-new device and cut the price using your existing smartphone, tablet, or laptop, and more often than not, the company is baying big bucks on used devices.

The trade-in programs are therefore working like a charm in those regions where they are available, such as in the United States.

But most recently, the Cupertino-based tech giant has reduced the trade-in value of some devices, including MacBooks, iPads, and Apple Watch models.

This means the company is now paying less for your used devices, with the trade-in value going down by as much as $350 in the case of MacBook Pros.

As iDropNews noticed, this only happens for used MacBooks, iPads, and Apple Watches. The MacBook Pro, for example, was eligible for a maximum trade-in value of $1,350 before the change, but right now, a laptop in a good shape won’t bring you back more than $1,000. In the case of the Apple Watch, if you own a Series 6, Apple previously paid $170 for it. The trade-in value dropped to $150.

Goodbye, old Apple Watch!

The Apple Watch Series 2, which was worth just $20 before, has been removed from the trade-in programs completely.

Apple’s trade-in program has been designed from the very beginning to be as convenient as possible, so customers can trade-in their devices both in stores and online.

“If you accept the trade-in estimate in the store, we’ll give you instant credit toward a purchase or a gift card you can use anytime. If you accept the trade-in estimate online when you purchase a new Mac, iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch, we’ll arrange for you to send us your current device. Once we receive it, we’ll inspect it and verify its condition. If everything checks out, we’ll credit your original purchase method and send you any remaining balance on an Apple Gift Card via email,” Apple explains.