The rush you get when you receive the newest iPhone model is amazing, we know. As citizens of the 21st century, we have grown extremely reliant on our smartphones. As technology continues to advance and smartphones become more powerful, our reliance on them grows. Many considered SMS messaging a technological revolution. Looking back on it now (the first text message was sent in late 1992), the smartphone revolution was just beginning. Today our iPhones can control the lights in our house, unlock our car and even let us know it’s time to leave for the airport based on up to date traffic conditions.
Any iPhone buyer can tell you that as time goes by and Apple develops phones that are more and more powerful, the price also goes up. When the first iPhone was released, the high-end model at the time featured 8 gigabytes of memory and it cost $599. Today’s high-end model features 5G technology, a much better battery life and Lidar technology built in. It comes with 512 gigabytes of storage (64x the amount in the first iPhone!) and costs $1399.
While the shock of paying over a thousand hard earned dollars for a cell phone is experienced by people every day, when comparing the two phones technology experts will tell you that today’s phone is a much better deal. While you can’t tell by simply looking at it, the phone you buy today comes with Apple’s latest software powered by their most powerful chipset to date. The newest iPhone is actually more powerful than the computer system aboard Apollo 11. While we can’t expect the iPhone to take us to outer space (we will need to count on Virgin Galactic or SpaceX for that) the magnitude of such a comparison helps users understand what they are holding in their hands as they go about their everyday lives.
How to Get the Latest iPhone Cheaper?
“Trade in your iPhone today and get the latest iPhone for $299.” Many of our customers have seen messages like that flash across their screens whether through an email or an ad on a website. Every year, when Apple releases their new line of iPhones the company, along with many different carriers, create a wave of deals to get people to adopt the new line of phones as soon as possible. The deals they offer help with the sticker shock many experience when looking at the price tag of a new iPhone.
It is important to understand there is a huge market for used iPhones, which is why shopping around for the best trade-in deal is vital. While carriers and the Apple store make iPhone trade in deals easy and seamless, they often do not offer the best price for your old phone. Shopping around for the best price on your iPhone trade in can save you hundreds when purchasing a new phone.
When looking to purchase a new phone, we also recommend checking sites like Slickdeals as often you can pair your trade in with another deal that is active to further reduce the price of your new phone. When on the Slickdeals site, simply search for your carrier and the phone you are looking for and analyze the deals that pop up. Some of the best deals the I Repair Cracked Screens team has found on iPhones have come from Slickdeals.
Where to Trade In Your iPhone?
The power of the internet allows many companies without a storefront to offer better rates for trade ins when compared to your local cell phone shop or the Apple store. There are even sites that will compare the prices being paid for your iPhone and then direct you to the service paying the most at that moment. At I Repair Cracked Screens, when our customers ask where they should trade in their iPhone when they want to purchase a new one, we like to recommend a few websites. Some of our favorite places to trade in our iPhone are Swappa, Gazelle, and Usell. Using these sites is pretty simple and allows users to instantly sell their iPhones for cash. After a few easy questions, they make an offer on your phone. If you accept the offer they provide you with, a free shipping label will be sent to you. Once they receive the phone and inspect it to make sure you’ve answered the questions truthfully, they send you the payment for your phone.
Sometimes though, users do not like to wait. In this case we recommend contacting your local iPhone shop which, at times, may pay higher rates than Apple. Alternatively, you should look to see if there is an ecoATM around. EcoATM’s that offer cash on the spot can be found at some malls and at stores like Walmart. After answering some questions, you place your phone in the machine and they run a check on it. If it passes the test, the machine will pay you cash on the spot.
When it comes to selling online, we recommend eBay. This marketplace often connects sellers with buyers willing to pay a little more than websites or ecoATMs. However, it is important to note that it takes some time to sell the phone and receive the money from eBay.
How to Get the Best Price for Your iPhone?
Anyone who has used iPhone trade in services before will attest that the condition of your iPhone is very important. The better the condition the higher the trade in value. A cracked or shattered screen or a battery that does not hold a charge can really lower the price a company is willing to pay for your iPhone. It is actually beneficial to get your phone repaired before you trade it in as the price you get for a phone in good condition is often higher than the cost of the repair.
At I Repair Cracked Screens, we recommend inspecting your phone for any issues before trading it in. Our simple trade in checklist is below:
- Is the front and back of your phone free of cracks?
- Can you make and receive calls and does speakerphone work?
- Does your phone hold a charge?
- Does your camera work?
If you answered Yes to all the questions above, you are most likely ready to trade in your iPhone. If you answered No to any of the questions, then you should seriously consider getting your phone repaired before you trade it in. The reason is simple – you will save more in the long run. The average price of a screen repair at I Repair Cracked Screens is $199 but the difference of trading in an iPhone with a cracked screen vs a screen in pristine condition can amount to 400-500 dollars at times.
How Can I Set Up an Appointment With I Repair Cracked Screens?
At I Repair Cracked Screens, we make repairs quick and simple. Our online booking platform allows users to make appointments at their convenience and, best of all, we can come to you. Our trained technicians can meet you at your place of choice with all the parts and tools necessary to complete a simple screen repair. Repairs are usually completed within 30 minutes and all our screen repairs come with a warranty. When it comes to screen repairs, you will not find a more convenient service for such an affordable price.
My iPhone Is Ready for Trade In. Now What?
Once your iPhone is ready for trade in, there are a few other steps we recommend you take before you trade in your iPhone.
- First off, we recommend backing up all your data to your computer or your iCloud account so you can easily transfer it to your new phone or access it in the future if you choose to.
- Once the backup is complete, we recommend wiping the data off your device since the device will no longer be yours. We are firm believers in data security and wiping your device will help stop your data from getting into the wrong hands.
- Disable Find My iPhone from your device. This is a safeguard apple put in place in case your phone is lost or stolen but since you will be selling it you need to complete this step so the buyer can properly access and use the phone.
- Remove any passwords you might have on the iPhone.
- Wipe your iPhone with a microfiber cloth to remove any smudges or fingerprints
Once you have completed all these steps, your iPhone is ready for trade in. The online sites we recommended above were Swappa, Gazelle, and Usell. Using one of these services is much more likely to get you a higher payout for your phone, which is why we recommend them. However, keep in mind that the process of using one of these sites is at times not as simple as trading in your phone at the Apple store or your carrier’s store.
Enjoy Your New iPhone!
Now it’s time to enjoy all the new features your phone comes with like better cameras, faster speeds and a better battery life. If you have any issues in the future feel free to setup an appointment with I Repair Cracked Screens and we will bring your iPhone back to its original condition in no time.