With the constant churn of technology, it’s rational to want a new phone every year, so you don’t miss out on the latest features with each new model. But if you upgrade to a new phone every year, what do you do with the old one?
If you bought your phone outright or have paid it off, you don’t want to use it as a paperweight. It’s better to trade it in and get paid.
So if you are thinking of switching to a new model and want to make sure you get the most bang for your buck, we’ll show you how. If you’re going to switch to an iPhone, here’s a list of Androids you can trade into Apple. Read on to find out how to get the most when trading your Android.
If you want to switch to an iPhone, you may want to reconsider before you head to Apple’s trade-in page. Recently, Apple drastically cut the amount of money it offers for Android phones, so you might not be getting the best value.
Some of Apple’s trade-in values have been cut as much as $100. Here are recent examples of trade-in value changes:
These cuts mean that even if you plan to switch to an Apple device, you might be better off using a third-party service to get the most money for your old Android device.
Most phone carriers offer a trade-in program when you purchase a new phone. These can be used as a credit for a new device or purchase other accessories.
T-Mobile, for example, has a great trade-in program, and all you have to do is bring your phone to one of its locations nationwide. You don’t have to be a current customer to use the service either, as new customers are welcome to bring a trade-in.
To learn more about T-Mobiles trade-in options, head here.
Let’s face it — buying stuff on Amazon is fun. Perhaps too fun. You can add stuff to your cart without much thought. You’ll end up with a mix of essentials and impulse items. Perhaps they’re not all necessary, but that’s how online shopping goes.
🗑️ One man’s trash: Microsoft’s Trade-in Program turns old gadgets into green. Head to its site, pick what you’ve got (laptops, tablets, gaming consoles — whatever), and receive up to $500. Amazon has the same program, so check to see which offers you more moolah.
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💸 Old electronics lying around? Costco’s revamped trade-in program lets you swap them for a store gift card, no membership needed. The trade-in values aren’t small potatoes, either; you can get up to $1,080 for an old laptop! Go to this portal for a quote. If you’re cool with their offer, the shipping’s free and you’ll have your money in under three weeks. PSA: Amazon has a trade-in program, too, so compare both to see which gives you the better price.
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Amazon is already one of the best places to shop online, but did you know you can save even more money if you know where to look?
Amazon shoppers, especially Prime members, have access to benefits like premium credit cards, subscription orders and other unique ways to save. Tap or click here to see how to get even more out of your Amazon account.
🤑 Amazon’s secret 20% discount: Send your old tech to Amazon through its Trade-in Program and get a gift card for the value. They’ll take just about anything — it doesn’t even need to work. But if you trade in Amazon gear like a Kindle, eero or Fire TV Stick, you’ll get 20% off a new, qualifying device. Nice.
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🤑 Amazon’s secret 25% discount: Send your old tech to Amazon through its Trade-in Program and get a gift card for the value. They’ll take just about anything, but if you trade in Amazon gear like a Kindle, eero router system or Fire TV Stick, you get 25% off a new qualifying device. Nice.
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Amazon’s secret 25% discount: Send your old tech to Amazon through its Trade-in Program, and get a gift card for the value. Bonus: You’ll get an extra 20% off if you’re upgrading to a new Amazon device, like an Echo or Kindle.
We may receive a commission when you buy through our links, but our reporting and recommendations are always independent and objective.
💲 One man’s trash: Microsoft’s Trade-in Program turns old gadgets into green. Head to its site, pick what you’ve got (laptops, tablets, gaming consoles, whatever), and receive up to $500. Amazon has the same program, so check to see which offers you more moolah.
We may receive a commission when you buy through our links, but our reporting and recommendations are always independent and objective.
