Apple has reset its trade-in program. The buyback prices for iPhones have just been adjusted, and rumors suggest a 25% drop in value. But before crying scandal, it’s worth taking a closer look, especially regarding the situation in France.
Each year, Apple discreetly revises the trade-in value of its iPhones through its Trade In program. This initiative is intended to encourage hardware upgrades, but it often becomes a sensitive topic as values decrease.
In 2025, the update first caused a stir in the United States, where some discounts were dramatic. In France, however, the impact was milder, with recent models losing only a few euros and even a surprising increase for certain models like the iPhone 14 Pro Max.
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Apple quietly updates its Trade In program every year, allowing you to trade in your old iPhone for a discount on a new model. This time, in the United States, some iPhones reportedly lost as much as 25% of their value in a single day.
APPLE TRADE-IN VALUES LOWERED! 💰@Apple’s latest trade-in update slashes max payouts for iPhones, iPads, Macs, and Apple Watches with drops of up to $160 in some cases. 📉
The attached @MacRumors chart shows all the new iPhone trade-in values. 👀
Will smaller credits make you… pic.twitter.com/mK6mzZ6OdQ— Brian MacDuff (@itstheBMAC) November 7, 2025
In France, however, the situation is much gentler. There’s no need for panic if you own an iPhone 16 Pro Max, as it drops from €795 to €780, a decrease of just €15. The smaller 16 Pro sees a similar fate, going from €720 to €705.
The previous generation fares quite well, too. The iPhone 15 Pro Max loses only €10, while the 15 Pro maintains its value. Apple is thus showing consideration for its French users, in stark contrast to the significant declines seen across the Atlantic.
However, the situation worsens for the iPhone 13 Pro and 13 Pro Max, which both see a decline of €20. This slight drop indicates that the older your model gets, the more Apple subtly nudges you to upgrade. Surprisingly, the iPhone 14 Pro Max defies the trend, rising from €450 to €465. This small increase goes against Cupertino’s usual logic.
While trade-in values for iPhones are indeed decreasing, in France, it’s not a massive markdown, merely a series of strategic adjustments. Before rushing to sell, it’s advisable to check the official Trade In program page, as you may be in for a pleasant surprise, especially if your iPhone still looks good.
