What Should I Do with Old iPhone?

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.

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.

What should I do with my old iPhone before returning?

Go back to Settings and tap General > Transfer or Reset [device] > Erase All Content and Settings. If you turned on Find My [device], you might need to enter your Apple ID and password. If your device uses eSIM, choose the option to erase your device and the eSIM profile when asked.

Does Apple want old iPhones?

Apple initially began offering trade-in values in 2013, after the company saw its first quarterly profit decline in years. They began heavily promoting the trade-in option in 2017, after the release of the $999 iPhone X.

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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.

When you trade in your phone do they wipe it?

Before you trade in your old phone, it's important to properly wipe the data clean. A factory reset will work, so long as you encrypt the phone first. For Android users, if you existing phone runs Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) or newer, your data will already be encrypted by default. So, you're good.

How do I clear all data from my iPhone?

Does erasing iPhone remove iCloud?

No, factory resetting your iPhone will not alter your iCloud. Upon setting up your iPhone again you will be given the option to reconnect to your iCloud account if you desire. iCloud also stores iPhone backups that you can restore your phone from.

Should I remove my SIM card before trading in my iPhone?

To be extra safe, it's a good idea to remove your SIM card, which may contain your phone number, security information and billing info.

Will iPhone 6 still work in 2021?

The iPhone 6 is reportedly “safe until 2023,” but the iPhone 6 Plus isn't so lucky.

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.

Can an iPhone 5 still be used?

Apple ended software support for the iPhone 5 and iPhone 5c in 2017. Both devices stayed on iOS 10 and neither will device will get iOS 11, iOS 12, iOS 13, iOS 14, or iOS 15.

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.

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.

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.

How do I wipe my iPhone before selling it?

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.

Will erasing my old iPhone affect my 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.

Why can't I erase my old iPhone?

Question: Q: Cant erase all content and settings

It sounds to me like this is the section that you're getting stuck on: Go to Settings > General > Reset, then tap Erase All Content and Settings. This will completely erase your device and turn off iCloud, iMessage, FaceTime, Game Center, and other services.

Does hard reset delete everything iPhone?

Hard resetting means removing everything that is on your iPhone. Performing a hard reset wipes out all the data from your device. On the flip side, soft reset pertains to simply turning off your phone and restarting it.

Is erase all content and settings the same as factory reset?

Reset all Settings removes things like your Wifi password and settings you've set on your iPad for Apps, mail, etc. Erase All Content and Settings restores a device to it's out of the box state when it was first turned on. You should use Erase All Content and Settings to get it ready for the next owner.

Should I remove the SIM card before selling my phone?

Remove the SIM card.

The SIM card -- which gives your phone its number and identity on the network -- can also store data like contacts and call logs. The buyer has no need for your SIM card, so you should keep this as well.

How do I prepare my phone for trade in?

How do I permanently delete data from my phone?

Go to Settings > Backup & reset. Tap Factory data reset. On the next screen, tick the box marked Erase phone data. You can also choose to remove data from the memory card on some phones - so be careful what button you tap on.