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Apple today confirmed it will not be allowing customers to trade in the original Vision Pro toward the purchase of the new model or any other device.

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"Apple Vision Pro is not eligible for trade-in," says Apple, in the fine print of a press release.

Some customers who spent at least $3,499 on the original Vision Pro may be disappointed to learn that Apple is not willing to offer any credit for the device.

The new Vision Pro's key changes include an M5 chip, 120Hz support, and the inclusion of a more comfortable Dual Knit Band in the box. However, the Dual Knit Band is also compatible with the original Vision Pro, and it can be purchased separately for $99.

The original model has an M2 chip, up to a 100Hz refresh rate, and a Solo Knit Band.

With no trade-in credit available to offset spending another $3,499 on the updated Vision Pro, some customers may pass on upgrading to the new model. Alternatively, customers can sell the device privately on platforms like eBay or Facebook Marketplace.

The updated Vision Pro launched in Apple Stores and began arriving to customers today.

At all Apple Store locations where the Vision Pro is available, customers can now demo the model with the M5 chip, and try the Dual Knit Band.

Article Link: Apple Confirms Vision Pro is Not Eligible for Trade-In
 
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If they accepted trade-ins, they'd likely be selling used / refurbished models at a discounted price. I don't think they want to show any type of a discount on the AVP yet.

With the pricing on the Samsung headset, Apple really should look at reducing the price.
 
This means Apple doesn't see (pun intended) a way to turn the trade-in into something usable -- no recycling in place / way to pull parts or components for other things like repairs.
 
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You know a product is a total flop when the company ITSELF doesn't even want it...
Trade-ins are actually handled by third parties, it’s an outsourced business for Apple. The problem is likely that those third parties are offering so little for a used AVP that it would make Apple look bad offering that minus Apple’s cut as a trade-in to customers.
 
Hard pass. The M2 chip is powerful enough to power most day to day activities. If customers want a better rending view, they can upgrade to the developer strap and connect to a Mac.

It’s a toy for early adopters - even Apple doesn’t see it’s resale potential.
 
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