Apple has rolled out a fresh update to its device trade-in program, increasing the value of many iPhone and Apple Watch models, introducing several Samsung foldables to its Android-eligible list, and trimming the trade-in value on certain Google Pixel phones and newer iPhones. This marks at least the seventh valuation refresh this year—with prior adjustments applying to iPads and Macs in recent weeks.
What’s Up with iPhones and Apple Watches
Among iPhones, the iPhone 17 Pro Max saw its value fall to $855 (down from $885), and the 17 Pro dropped from $785 to $740. On the flipside, the iPhone Air value rose to $615, matching increases for the iPhone 17. Mid-range models like the iPhone 16 Plus and 16 also got slight boosts, while iPhone 15 Pro Max and 15 Pro values dipped modestly.
The Apple Watch line saw fewer changes but some notable ones: the Series 10 value increased to $155, Ultra 2 moved up to $275, and the Series 6 was raised to $45. A few models saw their trade-in worth fall—with Series 7 dropping to $60—and others remained steady.
Other Devices: Androids, iPads, and Macs
For the first time in some updates, Apple added six new Samsung foldables to its Android trade-in catalog. The Galaxy Z Fold7 tops that list at $410, followed by Fold6, Fold5, and new entries for the Z Flip7, Flip6, and Flip5. Existing Samsung flagship phones kept their current trade-in values.
Google Pixel phones largely suffered value reductions. The Pixel 9 Pro XL, 9 Pro, and 9 saw drops of $10-$20, as did several Pixel 8 models. One bright spot: newer Pixels like the 8a and models from OnePlus held steady.
iPads and Macs remained unaffected in this round. All iPad Pro, Air, mini, and standard iPad values stayed the same. The same held true across Apple’s Mac lineup—from MacBook Pro and Air to Studio and Pro models.
Apple emphasized that actual trade-in value depends heavily on a device’s condition, year, and configuration, and cautioned that not every device qualifying for trade-in will receive credit under these estimates.
What this means: users with older iPhones or devices from Google’s Pixel line may want to act sooner before values drop further, while those with Samsung foldables now have new trade-in pathways. For Apple, these tweaks reflect shifting resale market prices and are consistent with its strategy of regularly adjusting trade-in to maintain market competitiveness.
