Every year, around the time of September, the latest iPhone is unveiled by Apple with all its new bells and whistles.
Last year it was the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro, with the new Dynamic Island and even beefier camera modules that stick out a little too far to make you feel comfortable placing the thing on its back on all but the softest tables. Now, this year, we can’t wait to see what the iPhone 15 will bring to the table and whether it’s worth an upgrade.
For some, however, the iPhone 15 launch will mean something else: getting an iPhone 14 or iPhone 14 Pro at some sort of discount. After all, with the new model, you can only expect the old model to be shrunk, right? Well, not so fast, because it’s more complicated than you might think.
Where can I find a discounted iPhone 14?
Before the iPhone 15 even becomes a reality, there are already ways to get a discounted iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, and 14 Pro Max. For starters, you’ll want to shop around.
If you go to Verizon, for example, there are often deals that will get you a cheaper iPhone with a better data plan that costs less and gives you more data than you might find elsewhere.
There are also often combined offers: if you want to save money, you can combine a few Apple items together and get combined savings. It could be with an Apple Watch, an iPad, or all three together.
Cell phone providers often carry these kinds of deals throughout the year, so it’s often worth taking a look around to see what’s new, and more importantly, what will save you the most.
For example, go to Verizon, there are often offers that will give you a cheaper iPhone with a better data plan that costs less and gives you more data than you would find anywhere else
You have to remember, though, that most of these deals come from monthly contract iPhones only, rather than iPhones bought completely on the spot with cash. If you go to the Apple Store, for example, you won’t have any savings (because Apple doesn’t make them) and you’ll pay all the money up front.
Now, technically, if you buy an iPhone that came out last week, you’ll save money altogether that way, because you won’t be paying interest on your monthly payments and the devices will be so new that there aren’t any deals anywhere else, but when deals on contract iPhones start rolling around you’ll find yourself paying slightly more in some cases.
And if you think you can get an iPhone on Amazon for a decent price, think again: If it also has the iPhone you want, you’ll probably pay full price or even slightly more. And you will be locked into Cricket mobile. Just don’t do it.
And when will the iPhone 15 come out?
True, the iPhone 15 isn’t far off now, so you’re probably wondering if there will be any price cuts when the latest models drop, and you’re mostly in luck. Don’t expect those price drops to be astronomical.
There will be a couple of ways to get an iPhone 14 at a discount when the iPhone 15 arrives. First, go back to those carriers and see what new prices on slightly older devices they have available. There’s plenty of precedent for this: Right now, you can pick up an iPhone 13 at a discount at the likes of AT&T and Verizon at very competitive monthly rates, and at significant discounts off the full price.
You’ll probably still be able to buy iPhone 14 models on the Apple Store for some time, although you probably won’t find much in the way of discounted prices there.
The other option you have is to take a look at the refurbished models. If you go to the Apple Certified Refurbished site, you will soon find discounted refurbished models that are, for all intents and purposes, brand new.
If you’re looking to go this route, this will be the most reliable option: Apple refurbished devices use Apple parts, and Apple engineers rebuild and refurbish every single device that goes on sale. When you buy this way, you get a practically brand new iPhone. If you look elsewhere, your results will likely vary a bit more – third-party refurbishments are the luckiest of all.
But if you’re in doubt, head to the Apple Store. The savings won’t be that big, but you’ll get a better device and an Apple warranty. After the launch of the iPhone 15, even more refurbished models are likely to be available.
Can I trade in my old iPhone for a cheaper iPhone 15?
Yes you can. And if you’re looking for the latest iPhone, then it’s a great way to save money. When there’s a new iPhone launch, there are usually some big savings to be had when you trade in your old device.
When the iPhone 14, for example, came out, a lot of carriers offered double the trade-in value for your old phone, effectively getting you the new phone for free.
Of course, there’s no guarantee that this will happen every year and with every new iPhone, but it’s worth keeping an eye out for so you can save big.
Apple also does trade-ins, allowing you to trade in your old device for a great price.
Apple also does trade-ins, allowing you to trade in your old device for a great price. However, these values decrease throughout the year, so be sure to get there early to make sure you’re getting the best price possible for your old phone.
Those swapped-in devices make their way to the Apple Refurbishment Center to be refurbished, thus building the circle of devices and making sure your old phone’s bits don’t end up in a landfill.
The best time to trade in your old iPhone is pretty self-explanatory, although there are a few points worth noting. The values of the devices remain fairly consistent and constant over the one year life cycle, but once the new device arrives, they drop suddenly and dramatically.
To make sure you get the most out of it, you should trade early. In some cases, carriers and retailers will allow you to lock in trade-in prices before a new iPhone is released and allow you to continue using your old iPhone before handing it in when your new device is released.
The subtle art of finding an iPhone deal
To finally answer the question from above: yes, there will be deals on the iPhone 14 when the iPhone 15 comes out later this year. These deals will depend almost entirely on where you’re looking, how much you’re willing to spend, and how much time you spend researching.
Also, don’t completely forget the idea of getting a brand new iPhone instead; with a trade-in, you may be able to save enough to become cheaper than buying an older device.
Whatever happens, you will be able to get an iPhone at a discount.
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