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expirednathan1225 posted Sep 15, 2024 04:06 AM
expirednathan1225 posted Sep 15, 2024 04:06 AM

iPhone 16 Pro - $1k trade in value for iPhone 12 @ at&t

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Pre-ordered iPhone 16 Pro today and found that trade-in values for iPhone 12 (all memory configurations) results in $1000 value.

Rather than trade-in my iPhone 13 Pro (256GB) as planned, I purchased a refurbished iPhone 12 (64GB for $254 (including tax) and put it on the order as my trade-in. I will then attempt to sell my iPhone 13 Pro for $400+. Not a huge money maker, but I'd rather get as much as possible out of the offer.

Note: iPhone 12 mini does not seem to be valued at $1k

https://www.att.com/?source=ECBB0...g_NA_NA_NA
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Pre-ordered iPhone 16 Pro today and found that trade-in values for iPhone 12 (all memory configurations) results in $1000 value.

Rather than trade-in my iPhone 13 Pro (256GB) as planned, I purchased a refurbished iPhone 12 (64GB for $254 (including tax) and put it on the order as my trade-in. I will then attempt to sell my iPhone 13 Pro for $400+. Not a huge money maker, but I'd rather get as much as possible out of the offer.

Note: iPhone 12 mini does not seem to be valued at $1k

https://www.att.com/?source=ECBB0...g_NA_NA_NA

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Sep 16, 2024 07:45 AM
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DxcellentSep 16, 2024 07:45 AM
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Quote from echa14 :
I had my eye on this. Am nearing the end of my 3 year contract on ATT with my Iphone 13 Pro. I went ahead and repaired the rear glass in preparation for a trade-in.

Later after reading more closely, I noticed 2 things. It says you only need $180 trade in value to get the $1000 credit (Maybe I didn't need to repair my phone after all). It also says that you need to upgrade or open a new line. Anyone have any personal experience on if that second part is a hard and fast rule? I don't want to let go of my current plan.
You're not getting $180 from them with a cracked screen. It should tell you on their site what plans work for the trade in.
Sep 16, 2024 07:47 AM
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DxcellentSep 16, 2024 07:47 AM
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Quote from xp64 :
This is a very good deal for people under ATT family plans.

Right now i paid $36 per line (5 lines) on Unlimited starter, this trade-in credit is about $27.8 per line. So effectively it is just $8 per line per month.

So if you want to upgrade phone every 36 months, this is the way to go.

Edit: forgot to mention Costco Att deal makes this even better with extra $150
The trade in credit is for the phone, not the line. You'll still be paying $36 per line. If you didn't trade in you'd be paying &36+$27 for the monthly installment.
Sep 16, 2024 08:47 AM
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Min13Sep 16, 2024 08:47 AM
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This is the exact same deal Verizon has. I currently have a business account with Verizon and just got this same deal. I upgraded 4 lines all for the 16 pro with trade in which made each phone free except for mine which is a 256 gb. I had to upgrade to the pro account which is $45 a line. I'm sure every carrier will make you upgrade to something. It's how they make their money.. Just the way things are now.
Sep 16, 2024 10:23 AM
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FcLegendSep 16, 2024 10:23 AM
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As an option for anyone who does not have more than 1 line, check out Boost. I've been on the Boost $25/m plan for over 2 years with no issues. They use AT&T and T-Mobile cell towers, so your coverage should be the same as it currently is with AT&T.

Under the $25/m plan, you can finance a new phone straight up no trade-in required. I did an iphone 16 pro max 512 gb and it's costing me an extra $38/m and I have an old iphone 12 pro max I will be selling for $300 to a friend. Ends up costing me ~$65/m for 36-months after taxes/fees, which is approx. the price of a 1-line plan alone at AT&T or Verizon.

For context, I used to pay ~$145/m with a similar deal as the one in this thread at Verizon when I originally got my 12 Pro Max because of all of the extra fees/taxes/surcharges that they tack on.
Sep 16, 2024 10:25 AM
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cameronfieldSep 16, 2024 10:25 AM
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Quote from xp64 :
This is a very good deal for people under ATT family plans.

Right now i paid $36 per line (5 lines) on Unlimited starter, this trade-in credit is about $27.8 per line. So effectively it is just $8 per line per month.

So if you want to upgrade phone every 36 months, this is the way to go.

Edit: forgot to mention Costco Att deal makes this even better with extra $150
What's the Costco att deal?
Sep 16, 2024 10:35 AM
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amitr23Sep 16, 2024 10:35 AM
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Quote from cameronfield :
What's the Costco att deal?
Its a $100 gift card and $50 bill credit for upgrades
Sep 16, 2024 11:29 AM
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cameronfieldSep 16, 2024 11:29 AM
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Quote from amitr23 :
Its a $100 gift card and $50 bill credit for upgrades
Oh dang, that's awesome. I searched their website but didn't see anything. Do you have a flyer or link? I'll totally take advantage of this!

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Sep 16, 2024 11:49 AM
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amitr23Sep 16, 2024 11:49 AM
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Quote from cameronfield :
Oh dang, that's awesome. I searched their website but didn't see anything. Do you have a flyer or link? I'll totally take advantage of this!
No flyer. Just go to the Costco store and check for att iphone 16 upgrade offer. It's available till this Thursday
Sep 16, 2024 12:20 PM
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cameronfieldSep 16, 2024 12:20 PM
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Quote from amitr23 :
No flyer. Just go to the Costco store and check for att iphone 16 upgrade offer. It's available till this Thursday
Thanks a ton!
Sep 16, 2024 12:21 PM
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cameronfieldSep 16, 2024 12:21 PM
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Quote from amitr23 :
No flyer. Just go to the Costco store and check for att iphone 16 upgrade offer. It's available till this Thursday
Can you still get the $1k trade in deal trough Costco?
Sep 16, 2024 12:28 PM
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amitr23Sep 16, 2024 12:28 PM
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Quote from cameronfield :
Can you still get the $1k trade in deal trough Costco?
Yes, the $100+$50 is extra by Costco
Sep 16, 2024 12:48 PM
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bobalobaSep 16, 2024 12:48 PM
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Quote from amitr23 :
No flyer. Just go to the Costco store and check for att iphone 16 upgrade offer. It's available till this Thursday
You can do it online here: https://www.costco.com/att-brand-showcase.html I clicked on the "Upgrade Now" at the bottom.
Sep 16, 2024 01:19 PM
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cameronfieldSep 16, 2024 01:19 PM
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Quote from bobaloba :
You can do it online here: https://www.costco.com/att-brand-showcase.html I clicked on the "Upgrade Now" at the bottom.
Thanks a ton!! You're a lifesaver
Sep 16, 2024 01:22 PM
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cameronfieldSep 16, 2024 01:22 PM
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Quote from amitr23 :
No flyer. Just go to the Costco store and check for att iphone 16 upgrade offer. It's available till this Thursday
I didn't realize it had to be a new line. Says clearly "new lines only"

Also says something weird about paying "$79.99 for 2 billing cycles" which is not the same as a direct trade in with att. Read the fine print.
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Sep 16, 2024 01:41 PM
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amitr23Sep 16, 2024 01:41 PM
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Quote from cameronfield :
I didn't realize it had to be a new line. Says clearly "new lines only"

Also says something weird about paying "$79.99 for 2 billing cycles" which is not the same as a direct trade in with att. Read the fine print.
Check where it says - Learn how to get up to $150.. Upgrade now... The credits for new line is $100 and additional $100 Costco gift card

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