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With the release of the iPhone 8, Apple Watch Series 3 and iPhone X, now is the time to trade in your old device before values drop. Here's a guide to help you sell your old iPhone for the highest value to Apple, Gazelle, BuyBackWorld, MyPhones Unlimited, Amazon, or one of the many other buyback services.

Now that iPhone 8 and Apple Watch Series 3 devices have officially landed, now is the time to lock in a price for your used phone or watch. Based on , prices typically fall 20 percent around a big announcement — and once a new model is released, values tend to dip even more (typically 10 to 20 percent). By locking in a trade-in value now for your iPhone, you can weather the dip in prices and get the most money for your used device just in time for Apple's iPhone X. Plus, there's no downside to locking in an offer now, given that you are not bound to send your device in if you later choose not to. In fact, you can always lock in a higher rate later with the same — or alternative service — if a better offer presents itself.

This trade-in guide will help you sell your old device for the highest value to Apple, Gazelle, BuyBack World, MyPhones Unlimited, Amazon, or one of the many other buyback services. Yes, it's also true that selling your old iPhone on or will likely net you a bit more than some of the buyback services, but not everyone has the time to set up and manage eBay listings, nor do they have the desire to set up a chance meeting with the clientele in the market for a used Apple device. So if this doesn't sound like your idea of a great Saturday afternoon, one of the following offers will likely save you a considerable amount of time and frustration.

BuyBack World

has been a fixture in our for several years and operates its electronics buyback service in very much the same manner as Gazelle, but often paying industry-leading rates.

To begin, you first by visiting BuyBackWorld's website, where you will be asked to assess the physical and operational condition of your device. A few days after locking in your price quote, a pre-paid shipping box will show up on your doorstep. You'll then have a 30-day grace period from the time you lock in your trade-in offer to the time you need to pack the device securely in the box and drop it in the mail. Alternately, you can use your own shipping box and simply print and affix a pre-paid shipping label from BuyBackWorld's website during the price lock process. Once BuyBackWorld receives and inspects your old device, the company will issue payment via PayPal or one of the many other available methods, including check, direct deposit, prepaid debit card and BuyBackWorld gift card (a 5 percent bonus is added to BBW gift cards).

$10 to $20 Bonus Cash on all Apple Trade-ins over $50

In addition to above average cash payouts, BuyBackWorld is now offering ÌÇÐÄVlog readers an additional $20 bonus on all Apple device trade-ins valued at $200 or more when you use the links below and apply exclusive coupon code APPLEINSIDER20 during the price lock process (where it says "Enter a promotional code"). Readers with Apple trades valued at $50 to $199 can also take advantage of a $10 cash bonus with promo code APPLEINSIDER10. Both coupons work on non-Apple trade-ins as well, so if you have a Samsung Galaxy S7 laying around, it can easily be traded for cash to upgrade to a new iPhone. A complete, detailed list of BuyBackWorld's current iPad and iPhone trade in cash payouts can be found on . The $20 bonus ends Oct. 31.

With the $20 cash bonus using promo code APPLEINSIDER20, BuyBackWorld is currently paying out:

iPhone 8 Plus:

iPhone 8:

iPhone 7 Plus:

iPhone 7:

iPhone 6s Plus:

iPhone 6s:

iPhone 6 Plus:

12.9" iPad Pro (Wi-Fi, First Gen):

12.9" iPad Pro (Wi-Fi + Cellular, Unlocked):

9.7" iPad Pro (Wi-Fi):

9.7" iPad Pro (Wi-Fi + Cellular, Unlocked):

Apple Watch Series 0 Hermes Cuff Stainless Steel (Fauve Barenia Leather Band): *

Price with coupon code APPLEINSIDER20.

With the $10 cash bonus using promo code APPLEINSIDER10, BuyBackWorld is currently paying out:

iPhone SE:

iPhone 6:

iPhone 5s:

iPad Air 2:

iPad Air:

iPad 4:

iPad 3:

iPad 2:

iPad mini 4:

iPad mini 3:

Apple Watch 2 Space Black Stainless Steel (Black Sport Band): *

Apple Watch 2 Rose Gold Aluminum (Midnight Blue Sport Band): *

Apple Watch 2 Space Gray Aluminum (Black Woven Nylon Band): *

Apple Watch 2 Silver Aluminum (Pearl Woven Nylon Band): *

Apple Watch Series 0 Sport Space Gray Aluminum (Black Sport Band): *

Apple Watch Series 0 Sport Rose Gold Aluminum (Lavender Sport Band): *

Apple Watch Series 0 Sport Gold Aluminum (Midnight Blue Sport Band): *

Apple Watch Series 0 Sport Silver Aluminum (White Sport Band): *

Apple Watch Series 0 Sport Space Gray Aluminum (Black Woven Nylon Band): *

Apple Watch Series 0 Stainless Steel (Milanese Loop Band): *

Apple Watch Series 0 Space Black Stainless (Black Sport Band): *

Apple Watch Series 0 Stainless Steel (Black Sport Band): *

*Price with promo code APPLEINSIDER10.

MyPhones Unlimited

A new addition to our trade-in guide, offers competitive prices for iPhones, iPads, Macs and Apple watches. Like Gazelle and BuyBackWorld, MyPhones Unlimited provides customers with shipping supplies and prepaid postage. And as long as your device is fully functioning with no cracks, the device is categorized as "good" with the highest cash payout. Once MyPhones Unlimited receives your trade-in (quotes are good for 14 days), payment is issued via check with a majority of customers receiving the money within 10 business days of mailing in the device. By keeping margins low and refurbishing everything in house, MyPhones Unlimited is able to offer some of the best trade-in prices on Apple products.

It also pays to be an ÌÇÐÄVlog reader, because MyPhones Unlimited is offering AI users a on all trade-ins with coupon code appleinsider. Simply begin the quote process and enter the coupon code during checkout (please note, the code is case sensitive). On the confirmation page, you should see +$20.00 under the price in green (see below).

$20 bonus on iPhone trade-ins

iPhone 7 Plus: *

iPhone 7: *

iPhone 6s Plus: *

iPhone 6s: *

iPhone 6 Plus: *

iPhone 6: *

iPhone SE: *

iPhone 5s: *

iPhone 5c: *

$20 bonus on iPad trade-ins

12.9" iPad Pro (First Gen): *

9.7" iPad Pro: *

iPad mini 4: *

iPad mini 3: *

iPad mini 2: *

iPad Air 2: *

iPad Air: *

iPad 4: *

$20 bonus on Apple Watch trade-ins

38mm Apple Watch Sport Series 0: *

42mm Apple Watch Sport Series 0: *

38mm Apple Watch Series 0: *

42mm Apple Watch Series 0: *

38mm Apple Watch Series 1: *

42mm Apple Watch Series 1: *

38mm Apple Watch Nike+ Series 2: *

42mm Apple Watch Nike+ Series 2: *

38mm Apple Watch Stainless Series 2: *

42mm Apple Watch Stainless Series 2: *

$20 bonus on Mac trade-ins

2017 15" MacBook Pro with Touch Bar: *

2016 15" MacBook Pro with Touch Bar: *

2017 13" MacBook Pro with Touch Bar: *

2016 13" MacBook Pro with Touch Bar: *

2015 13" MacBook Air: *

2016 12" MacBook: *

2015 12" MacBook: *

*Price with coupon code appleinsider. Code is case sensitive.

Gazelle

is one of the nation's leading consumer electronics trade-in services and arguably the most recognizable brand in the buy-back arena, having serviced more than 2 million trade-ins to date with payouts in excess of $200,000,000. Now part of the ecoATM family, the buyback firm pays cash quickly for old electronics (via Amazon gift card, PayPal or check) and prides itself on providing a streamlined and hassle-free experience for consumers looking to sell their electronics with the least possible effort and time commitment. However, trade-in values for Apple iPhone devices tend to come in lower than BuyBackWorld, especially when factoring in the $10 exclusive bonus for AI readers.

You can read more about how Gazelle works here, or check out a complete list of current iPhone trade-in prices . But basically, you visit Gazelle's , select your model and condition and how you'd like to be paid. A few days after you lock in a cash offer, a pre-paid postage box will show up on your doorstep and you'll have until Oct. 22 to place your old iPhone in the box and drop it in the mail to Gazelle. Once they receive it and inspect it, payment will be issued.

Gazelle's current trade in offer ahead of the iPhone X:

iPhone 7 Plus:

iPhone 7:

iPhone 6s Plus:

Apple

As an existing iPhone owner, you can trade in your device directly through , either online or at any Apple Store in the U.S. The online option is powered by and requires you to mail in your device using a pre-paid label for the final inspection. For the in-store option, Apple employees appraise the device in-store. In return for your old device, Apple doles out gift cards that can be used toward future purchases from an Apple Store; Apple does not pay cash for trade-ins. Its gift card payouts are also lower in value in many instances compared to competitive cash payouts. Nevertheless, a significant number of customers choose the in-store option out of convenience.

Currently, Apple is offering the following flat rate on all capacities, colors and carriers of each product line.

Apple iPhone Trade In Payouts:

iPhone 7 Plus:

iPhone 7:

iPhone 6s Plus:

iPhone 6s:

iPhone 6 Plus:

iPhone 6:

iPhone 5s:

iPhone 5c:

iPhone 5:

Amazon

also offers customers the option to trade in used iPhones and iPads, though the online retailer doesn't widely advertise its services. Like the Apple Store, Amazon offers payment in gift cards, not cash.

iPhone 7 Plus 128GB (AT&T):

iPhone 7 Plus 256GB (AT&T):

iPhone 7 Plus 32GB (Unlocked):

iPhone 7 Plus 128GB (Unlocked):

iPhone 7 Plus 256GB (Unlocked):

iPhone 7 32GB (AT&T):

iPhone 7 128GB (AT&T):

iPhone 7 256GB (AT&T):

iPhone 7 32GB (Unlocked):

iPhone 7 128GB (Unlocked):

iPhone 7 256GB (Unlocked):

iPhone SE 16GB (AT&T):

iPhone SE 64GB (AT&T):

iPhone SE 16GB (Unlocked):

iPhone SE 64GB (Unlocked):

iPhone SE 128GB (Unlocked):

iPhone 6s Plus 32GB (AT&T):

iPhone 6s Plus 128GB (AT&T):

iPhone 6s Plus 32GB (Unlocked):

iPhone 6s Plus 128GB (Unlocked):

iPhone 6s 32GB (AT&T):

iPhone 6s 128GB (AT&T):

iPhone 6s 32GB (Unlocked):

iPhone 6s 128GB (Unlocked):

iPhone 6 Plus 16GB (AT&T):

iPhone 6 Plus 64GB (AT&T):

iPhone 6 Plus 128GB (AT&T):

iPhone 6 Plus 16GB (Unlocked):

iPhone 6 Plus 64GB (Unlocked):

iPhone 6 Plus 128GB (Unlocked):

iPhone 6 16GB (AT&T):

iPhone 6 64GB (AT&T):

iPhone 6 128GB (AT&T):

iPhone 6 16GB (Unlocked):

iPhone 6 64GB (Unlocked):

iPhone 6 128GB (Unlocked):

iPhone 5s 16GB (AT&T):

iPhone 5s 32GB (AT&T):

iPhone 5s 64GB (AT&T):

iPhone 5s 16GB (Unlocked):

iPhone 5s 32GB (Unlocked):

iPhone 5s 64GB (Unlocked):

9.7" iPad Pro 32GB Wi-Fi:

9.7" iPad Pro 128GB Wi-Fi:

9.7" iPad Pro 256GB Wi-Fi:

9.7" iPad Pro 32GB Wi-Fi + Cellular:

9.7" iPad Pro 128GB Wi-Fi + Cellular:

9.7" iPad Pro 256GB Wi-Fi + Cellular:

12.9" iPad Pro 32GB Wi-Fi:

12.9" iPad Pro 128GB Wi-Fi:

12.9" iPad Pro 256GB Wi-Fi:

12.9" iPad Pro 128GB Wi-Fi + Cellular:

12.9" iPad Pro 256GB Wi-Fi + Cellular:

iPad Air 2 16GB Wi-Fi:

iPad Air 2 64GB Wi-Fi:

iPad Air 2 128GB Wi-Fi:

iPad Air 2 16GB Wi-Fi + Cellular:

iPad Air 2 64GB Wi-Fi + Cellular:

iPad Air 2 128GB Wi-Fi + Cellular:

iPad Air 16GB Wi-Fi:

iPad Air 32GB Wi-Fi:

iPad Air 64GB Wi-Fi:

iPad Air 128GB Wi-Fi:

iPad Air 16GB Wi-Fi + Cellular:

iPad Air 32GB Wi-Fi + Cellular (AT&T):

iPad Air 64GB Wi-Fi + Cellular (AT&T):

iPad Air 128GB Wi-Fi + Cellular (AT&T):

Best Buy Trade In

Like Apple, Best Buy offers both on-site and mail-in . You'll receive a Best Buy gift card in exchange for your device, not cash.

iPhone 7 Plus 32GB (AT&T):

iPhone 7 Plus 128GB (AT&T):

iPhone 7 Plus 256GB (AT&T):

iPhone 7 32GB (AT&T):

iPhone 7 128GB (AT&T):

iPhone 7 256GB (AT&T):

iPhone 6s Plus 16GB (AT&T):

iPhone 6s Plus 64GB (AT&T):

iPhone 6s Plus 128GB (AT&T):

iPhone 6s 16GB (AT&T):

iPhone 6s 64GB (AT&T):

iPhone 6s 128GB (AT&T):

iPhone 6 Plus 16GB (AT&T):

iPhone 6 Plus 64GB (AT&T):

iPhone 6 Plus 128GB (AT&T):

iPhone 6 16GB (AT&T):

iPhone 6 64GB (AT&T):

iPhone 6 128GB (AT&T):

iPhone SE 16GB (AT&T):

iPhone SE 64GB (AT&T):

iPhone 5s 16GB (AT&T):

iPhone 5s 32GB (AT&T):

iPhone 5s 64GB (AT&T):

iPhone 5s 16GB (Unlocked):

iPhone 5s 32GB (Unlocked):

iPhone 5s 64GB (Unlocked):

9.7" iPad Pro 32GB (Wi-Fi):

9.7" iPad Pro 128GB (Wi-Fi):

9.7" iPad Pro 32GB (Wi-Fi + Cellular):

9.7" iPad Pro 128GB (Wi-Fi + Cellular):

12.9" iPad Pro 32GB (Wi-Fi):

12.9" iPad Pro 128GB (Wi-Fi):

12.9" iPad Pro 128GB (Wi-Fi):

12.9" iPad Pro 256GB (Wi-Fi):

iPad Air 2 16GB (Wi-Fi):

iPad Air 2 64GB (Wi-Fi):

iPad Air 2 128GB (Wi-Fi):

iPad Air 2 16GB (Wi-Fi + Cellular):

iPad Air 2 64GB (Wi-Fi + Cellular):

iPad Air 2 128GB (Wi-Fi + Cellular):

Walmart

Walmart, too, provides mail-in . To start, get a free offer. Then ship the device to CExchange using a prepaid label and get a Walmart eGift card once the it has been evaluated.

iPhone 7 Plus 32GB (AT&T):

iPhone 7 Plus 128GB (AT&T):

iPhone 7 Plus 256GB (AT&T):

iPhone 7 Plus 32GB (Unlocked):

iPhone 7 Plus 128GB (Unlocked):

iPhone 7 Plus 256GB (Unlocked):

iPhone 6 Plus 16GB (AT&T):

iPhone 6 Plus 32GB (AT&T):

iPhone 6 Plus 64GB (AT&T):

iPhone 6 Plus 128GB (AT&T):

iPhone 6 Plus 16GB (Unlocked):

iPhone 6 Plus 64GB (Unlocked):

iPhone 6 Plus 128GB (Unlocked):

iPhone 6 16GB (AT&T):

iPhone 6 64GB (AT&T):

iPhone 6 128GB (AT&T):

iPhone 6 16GB (Unlocked):

iPhone 6 64GB (Unlocked):

iPhone 6 128GB (Unlocked):

9.7" iPad Pro 32GB Wi-Fi:

9.7" iPad Pro 128GB Wi-Fi:

9.7" iPad Pro 256GB Wi-Fi:

9.7" iPad Pro 32GB Wi-Fi + Cellular:

9.7" iPad Pro 128GB Wi-Fi + Cellular:

9.7" iPad Pro 256GB Wi-Fi + Cellular:

12.9" iPad Pro 32GB Wi-Fi:

12.9" iPad Pro 128GB Wi-Fi:

12.9" iPad Pro 256GB Wi-Fi:

12.9" iPad Pro 128GB Wi-Fi + Cellular:

12.9" iPad Pro 256GB Wi-Fi + Cellular:

iPad Air 2 16GB Wi-Fi:

iPad Air 2 16GB Wi-Fi:

iPad Air 2 64GB Wi-Fi:

iPad Air 2 128GB Wi-Fi:

iPad Air 2 16GB Wi-Fi + Cellular:

iPad Air 2 64GB Wi-Fi + Cellular:

iPad Air 2 128GB Wi-Fi + Cellular:

iPad Air 16GB Wi-Fi:

iPad Air 32GB Wi-Fi:

iPad Air 64GB Wi-Fi:

iPad Air 128GB Wi-Fi:

iPad Air 16GB Wi-Fi + Cellular (AT&T):

iPad Air 32GB Wi-Fi + Cellular (AT&T):

iPad Air 64GB Wi-Fi + Cellular (AT&T):

iPad Air 128GB Wi-Fi + Cellular (AT&T):

iPad Air 16GB Wi-Fi + Cellular (Unlocked):

iPad Air 32GB Wi-Fi + Cellular (Unlocked):

iPad Air 64GB Wi-Fi + Cellular (Unlocked):

iPad Air 128GB Wi-Fi + Cellular (Unlocked):

Target

Target's is similar to Best Buy and Amazon's trade in programs in that, instead of cash, sellers will receive a Target gift card. The process takes place online and users will still need to ship the device in for inspection (via a prepaid shipping label). Target promises same-day processing and fast payment, so if Target is your top shopping destination, it's a viable option.

Wireless Carriers

Finally, we'll note that many U.S. carriers do offer trade-in plans. In these instances however, the carrier resells your phone for you and pockets any profit, and your trade-in goes toward the purchase of a new plan or handset while you see no cash.

Additional Apple Deals

ÌÇÐÄVlog and Apple authorized resellers are also running a handful of additional exclusive promotions this month on Apple hardware that will not only deliver the lowest prices on many of the items, but also throw in discounts on AppleCare, software and accessories. These deals are as follows:

• Deal #1:
• Deal #2:
• Deal #3:
• Deal #4:
• Deal #5:

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