Apple launches the trade-in process for its existing consumers with every new year. You can easily trade-in your existing iPhone with a new one using any of the two processes: online or in-person. In case you wish to re-register yourself online for this trade-in procedure, then you will be provided with a trade-in-kit by Apple for your existing smartphone so that you can send your old device to them once you receive your new gadget.
Here is how to upgrade your iPhone via the trade-in process of Apple:
Getting Pre-Approval for the New Loan
Apple has introduced a new approval procedure that will provide benefits to returning up-graders and new-enrolled consumers. It makes the process easy towards getting a new Apple smartphone.
Follow these steps to get pre-approval for a new loan:
Register to Purchase an iPhone that is Already on Sale
There are two different ways to enroll yourself in the trade-in process of Apple:
- By visiting the Apple website
- Via Apple Store application
Using Apple Website
Follow these steps to re-register or enroll yourself for the trade-in process via Apple’s site:
- At the start, reach the Apple Website.
- Then, go to the Upgrade Program page.
- Now, hit the “Check your Upgrade Eligibility” or “Join Now” tab.
Using Apple App Store
Pursue these instructions to re-enroll for purchasing an iPhone that is already on sale:
- Get started with the opening of the Apple Store app on your device.
- Then, choose the iPhone version you wish to buy via the iPhone Upgrade Program.
- Select either “Replacing” or “Buying” a new iPhone option on your existing carrier account.
- Tap the carrier option.
- Choose the finish tab there.
- Now, select your specific capacity from the options.
- Then, hit the tab “Apple iPhone Upgrade Program” if asked to do so.
- After that, choose the option “I’d like to enroll” if you are new to the trade-in program. You can also select “I am already part of the program” if you are currently registered to Apple’s Upgrade program.
Register to Pre-Order iPhone
Here are the steps to register for purchasing the pre-ordered iPhone:
- Open the Apple Store app on your device.
- Then, hit the Pre-order or View Pricing tab.
- Press the Get Started button from the top of your window. This option is located inside the section “Get ready for pre-order now with the iPhone Upgrade Program.”
- Hit the tab “Get Ready for Pre-order now” if you are registering the first time. If you have already enrolled in the iPhone Upgrade Process, hit the option “Get a head start on the upgrade.”
- Choose the iPhone model you wish to pre-order.
- Then, hit the Get Started tab.
- Choose the carrier option.
- Select the Finish tab there.
- Choose the relevant capacity option.
- Hit the AppleCare+ coverage you desire.
- Press the Confirm iPhone Preference option.
- Tap the Continue button to move to the next level.
- Now, verify your carrier details. You also need a four-digit account PIN.
- Hit the Continue option.
- Tap on Continue once more to proceed.
- Now, fill up the personal info section to get your loan approved for your Apple’s Upgrade program.
- Hit the Continue option for the confirmation of pre-approval.
Note: The pre-approvals will last up to three days once the pre-orders start. If it comes to an end, your outstanding pre-approval will expire.
Backing-Up Your Data
It’s always a good idea to take a full backup of all your important data, files, and folder before going through any workarounds. In this trade-in program, if you are going to make an appointment with Apple, back up will help up if something goes wrong.
Deleting Personal Info
It is recommended to make sure that your old device is perfectly wiped-up, and nothing is left on the device related to your data just prior it leaves you. Back up your contents, important data in a separate and safe location so that you can retrieve once you get the new device.
Keep Necessary Paperwork Ready
Before moving towards the online enrollment or re-registration process, it is recommended to keep all the required papers or documents ready for the re-enrollment or registration procedure. You will need these important papers in online registration or re-enrollment:
- Old iPhone that you have previously bought via the Upgrade Program of Apple
- Two forms of Valid ID
- Valid Credit Card
- A secured SSN (Social Security Number)
- Carrier’s account login credentials
Decide the Carrier
Apple has provided the option of carrier switching. You can easily switch the carrier from your existing one to a new one if you are unhappy with the current carrier. To switch the carrier, you need to visit the Apple Retail store in person. There is no way to change it via the online process of the Upgrade program.
Conclusion
Apple provided the trade-in process every coming year for its old consumers who wish to get their older device upgraded. In this process, one can easily trade-in with the current iPhone for a new Apple smartphone by selecting either of the two processes: online or in-person. Apple sends the trade-in kit for the older iPhone versions, and this is applicable for those users who have decided to re-register themselves in the trade-in online process. It provides users an easy way to send their products to Apple once they receive the new smartphone.
SOURCE:- Everything to Know About the iPhone Upgrade Program trade-in
