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Apple to Launch In-Store Mac Trade-In Program in the U.S. and Canada Next Week
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You reallly think that’s a fair comment? If you trade in a car at the dealer, won’t they refurbish it and sell it for much more than they paid you? Answer: yes
if you want the best deal, sell it retail yourself
I should not "assume" but, I assume it would be the same as if you did the "by mail" trade in...no?
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That makes complete sense. When you sell it on eBay you are selling to the end user. Apple store , they will now refurb and sell to an end user
I like the idea of this, but would like the option of Trade-ins being accepted within the 14 day return period after purchasing a new device..Process would look like this
quote me a trade in value for old machine in store based on inspection
record that data (serial number, condition, quote value)
i purchase new machine - still have 14 day window to return
if i keep the new machine, i must turn in trade in within that window, machine must meet all previously recorded data.
if i dont, i return the new machine, and i still have my original device to fall back on.
i'd imagine apple isnt recording revenue at point of purchase anyway because of their return policy, so this causes the least amount of harm to a customer who might change their mind and now have already handed their machine over to Apple.
quote me a trade in value for old machine in store based on inspection
record that data (serial number, condition, quote value)
i purchase new machine - still have 14 day window to return
if i keep the new machine, i must turn in trade in within that window, machine must meet all previously recorded data.
if i dont, i return the new machine, and i still have my original device to fall back on.
i'd imagine apple isnt recording revenue at point of purchase anyway because of their return policy, so this causes the least amount of harm to a customer who might change their mind and now have already handed their machine over to Apple.
They will run a diagnostic (you know, like you can do yourself at power on) they will know everything passes, or doesn’t. Probably won’t care about battery, because they will have to replace it anyway. They are trained to spot blemishes, cracks, dirt. All in probably 10 minutes max
I just got $700 for a 2016 MBP. It's not great, but it ain't terrible either. Was worth it for me.
YEP! The Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo, CA stores have been open for two weeks now.
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How much did you net after paying to ship the iMac along with boxing it up & taking to mail?
Currently there’s a limit of 5 per customer for iPhones or iPads so I assume it’d be close to that.
So now they can make a joke of an offer straight to your face?
Sell your Apple devices privately, you'll make twice what Apple offers you if not more.
EDIT: Just checked on the site, they'll give me $420 for a machine that goes for ~$700-800 used. Also, if they ask me for my serial number, why do I then have to tell them every detail of my machine right afterward. Shouldn't they know that?
Sell your Apple devices privately, you'll make twice what Apple offers you if not more.
EDIT: Just checked on the site, they'll give me $420 for a machine that goes for ~$700-800 used. Also, if they ask me for my serial number, why do I then have to tell them every detail of my machine right afterward. Shouldn't they know that?
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my late 2017 top config iMac was offered recycling. Ummmm ok?
Apple is planning to launch a Mac trade-in program at its retail stores in the United States and Canada next week, reports Bloomberg.
The new program, which kicks off on June 15 in the United States and June 18 in Canada, will allow customers to exchange a Mac for credit that can be put on a gift card or used to cut the cost of a new computer.
Apple has long allowed Mac trade-ins on its website, but has not accepted Mac trade-ins in its retail store locations. The new Mac trade-in option will join in-store trade-in programs for the iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch.
According to Bloomberg, Apple may be introducing the program as a way to boost Mac sales by providing customers with an easier way to get a credit for an old machine. With the new trade-in program, customers will no longer need to hassle with doing a trade-in by mail, and can get an immediate credit when making an in-store purchase.
Article Link: Apple to Launch In-Store Mac Trade-In Program in the U.S. and Canada Next Week
Apple should call it the 'Trade In Insults Program'. For all the customer satisfaction their valuations deliver they might as well step on your toes and call you an ****** ********
The money Apple gives you for your computer is ridiculous low. You might sell it for twice the price online.
Rather than do a trade in program that very few people will use, how about making new computers more affordable??
And not rip-off customers with also obscene upgrade RAM and SSD prices...?
Rather than do a trade in program that very few people will use, how about making new computers more affordable??
And not rip-off customers with also obscene upgrade RAM and SSD prices...?
yes with working machines with minimal degradation in work performance still will get bs value. Is Apple comparing performance at absolutely peak limits?! No thanks
$1240 for mine (Mid-2017 / i7 / 1TB), not that I intend to sell (waiting to see what the Late 2020 iMac Pro brings to the table).
All of these conveniences to get a new Mac - in store trade-in, 0% financing - are we in for another shock like the day iPhones were announced to cost >$1000?
Apple please remember there is a pandemic and the economy has entered a recession.
Apple please remember there is a pandemic and the economy has entered a recession.
Gonna be a lot like trading a car. You’ll get 20% less than a private sale but much more convenience
