Upgrade season? How to trade-in your old gadgets for the new iPhone 14
Isn't it so frustrating when you just bought a new phone only to find out that a new, better one comes out months later?
A number of retailers, including the Apple web store, are offering a trade-in program, where you can exchange your current iPhone (or even Android) for the latest iPhone 14 series at a lower price. This way, your older device won't be put to waste, too, and you'll be exchanging them for store credit or cash instead.
The way trade-ins work is your chosen store will first run diagnostics on your current device—note: the newer the device (like if it's only a year old) and the less damage, the higher its value. So if you're planning on upgrading your phone every year through this program, it's best to take very good care of your gadgets.
In addition, it's best to buy an unlocked phone, as you still have to wait two years or when your contract is done when you buy a phone through a carrier/telecom.
Here's a look at the trade-in programs at Apple retailers in the country and the discount you can get when you buy the latest iPhone.
Find your phone's value
At Power Mac Center, customers who will make the switch from the iPhone 13 can get up to P51,000 off on the iPhone 14. Meanwhile, those using an iPhone 11 and 12 can get an additional P1,000 off on top of the evaluated trade-in value.
Beyond the Box, on the other hand, offers as much as P50,000 for those who will trade in their iPhone 13 and an extra P2,000 on top of the trade-in value for those with an iPhone 11 or 12.
Globe and Smart have yet to announce their respective trade-in programs for the new iPhone 14 family, but stay tuned for further announcements.
To see how much your iPhone's trade-in value is, download the InstaCash App and run diagnostic tests. Your phone's physical condition will also be assessed during the process. Once you've filled in the necessary details, InstaCash will contact you to collect the device from you.
If you're opting for an in-person trade-in, Mac experts at the stores will finalize your device's value after assessing it. Afterward, you can use the value to purchase other products at the store.