What should I do with old iPhones?

For free recycling of your old device, a prepaid shipping label, and instructions, see the Apple Trade In website. The symbol above means that according to local laws and regulations your product and/or its battery shall be disposed of separately from household waste.
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Will old iPhones be worth anything?

The first-generation iPhone, for instance, is now worth as much as $24,000 in the packaging on eBay, according to the Guardian. The original iPod classic – which launches all the way back in 2001 – reportedly goes for as much as $49,000 on resale websites.
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What do they do with old iPhones?

So, what happens to your older iPhones? Reputable recyclers inspect the phone to see if the iPhone can be refurbished or reused. If the condition is good, the iPhone gets ready to be sold as a refurbished iPhone in the secondary market. Apple itself sells certified refurbished iPhones with a warranty on its platform.
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Why you should keep your old iPhone?

Your old iPhone is still really good

Give Apple credit for creating smartphones that have a pretty solid shelf life. If you just need a smartphone for the basics like email, social media, games and taking family pics, older iPhone models still hold up very well.
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How do I wipe my iPhone before selling it?

Wipe all content and settings from iPhone
  1. Go to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone. If you're erasing your iPhone because you're replacing it with a new iPhone that you have on hand, you can use extra free storage in iCloud to move your apps and data to the new device. ...
  2. Tap Erase All Content and Settings.
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5 THINGS YOU CAN DO WITH AN OLD iPHONE.



Does erase iPhone delete everything?

When you tap Erase All Content and Settings, it completely erases your device, including any credit or debit cards you added for Apple Pay and any photos, contacts, music, or apps. It will also turn off iCloud, iMessage, FaceTime, Game Center, and other services.
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Does erasing old iPhone delete new one?

Don't worry, reset old iPhone will not affect the new one. It will only erase content on old iPhone where the operation is done. The data that have been transferred to the new iPhone or the files that have been saved to iCloud will not be affected in any way.
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Will iPhone 6 still work in 2021?

The iPhone 6 is reportedly “safe until 2023,” but the iPhone 6 Plus isn't so lucky.
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Is an iPhone 4 worth anything?

iPhone 4 prices start at $23 and cost $39 on average as of June 2022. iPhone 4 prices will continue to get cheaper over time. Apple phones hold their value well, but prices will continue to drop as time passes and new models are announced. Buy used and get the best price today on Swappa.
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Why you shouldn't trade in your phone?

As phones become more expensive, trading in older models is one way for consumers to afford to buy new editions. But trading in old devices can be risky if any data is left behind. Russ Ernst, an executive at data sanitization company Blancco, called this a "ticking time bomb," and he has advice for avoiding disaster.
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Do Apple recycle old iPhones?

You can bring your batteries and old Apple-products to any Apple Store, and we'll recycle them responsibly, free of charge. We accept any small product or battery without purchase of a new product or battery.
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What should I do with my old iPhone and Ipad?

Apple will take back old Apple batteries and iPods for free recycling in their stores. For everything else, you need to use their mail back system. Mail-back Trade In. You can trade in most (but not all) working iPhones, iPads, certain smartphones, and notebooks and desktop computers (Mac or PC) for an Apple gift card.
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Does Apple take old devices?

Apple Trade In. Trade in any device in any condition, and we'll give you credit or recycle it for free.
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How much is the iPhone 1 worth now?

Currently, the product that was first released to the public on June 29, 2007 is selling for $4,000 on eBay unopened and in its original packaging. Other sellers on eBay are offering brand new 1st-gen iPhones for around the same price.
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How much do you get for old iPhones?

The average price for a second-generation iPhone SE is around $260 in the Swappa marketplace. That means you can expect to get around that much when selling your old iPhone SE (2020) on Swappa but still depends on your specific carrier model, condition, and storage size.
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Is my iPhone 3 worth anything?

Although newer iPhones get substantial value (iPhone 4S + 64GB AT&T is up to $150 today), iPhone 3 and 3GS are rapidly becoming worthless in the US. Your phone is may still be worth money in a rebate or gift cart in USA if you exchange it as part of a phone purchase.
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How much is an iPhone 5S worth in 2021?

Storage size is generally a major factor affecting iPhone 5S prices. The average sale price for the 32 GB iPhone 5S was $52 in May 2022, compared to $51 in December 2021. The average sale price for the 64 GB iPhone 5S was $65 in May 2022, compared to $76 in December 2021.
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What is the oldest iPhone that is still supported?

What is the oldest iPhone Apple still supports? The oldest handset supported by iOS 13 is the iPhone 6s, which also got iOS 14 and now, the latest iOS 15.
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Is iPhone 6 Too old?

Does it still get updates in 2022? The last version of iOS to support the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus is iOS 12. However, even though iOS 13 launched in 2019, the iPhone 6 didn't stop receiving updates. Patches have continued to be released for iOS 12, and the latest version, 12.5.
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Is my iPhone 6 worth anything?

The average resale market or trade-in value of a used iPhone 6 is $21.74, with prices ranging between $10.20 and $32.00 from the best buyback stores.
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How do I clear my phone before returning it?

Go to the Settings menu, tap General, select Reset, then Erase All Content. With an Android phone, conduct a factory reset by tapping Menu, then select Settings, Privacy, and Factory Data Reset.
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How do I delete everything off my old phone?

Go to Settings > General > Reset > Erase All Content and Settings. You'll be asked to confirm, and it may take a few minutes to complete the process. Start by backing up your Android phone, then remove any MicroSD cards and your SIM card.
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How do I delete all my photos from my old iPhone?

How to Delete All Photos on Your iPhone. To delete all the photos from your iPhone, open the Photos app and go to Photos > All Photos. Then hit Select, tap the last photo, and drag up until all photos and videos are selected. Finally, tap the Trash icon and select Delete Photos.
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