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In a world where everything is getting more expensive, Apple seems to be quietly making some pretty solid choices that benefit the budget-conscious among us. First, the company launched the MacBook Neo, which we called the "best budget laptop ever" in our review. Now, the company is going to pay you back more cash for trading in your old devices.As spotted by MacRumors, Apple has updated its trade-in estimates and raised the value of several iPhone, iPad, MacBook, and Apple Watch models. It's not entirely altruistic, of course — Apple is facing the effects of the RAM crisis as much as any company and being able to rescue and reuse old components is a benefit.Still, what's interesting is that while raising the price offered for its own products, Apple has also reduced the amount it's willing to pay for Android trade-ins.Here are the new rates Apple will estimate for trade-ins. That "estimate" qualifier is important; the value you're offered will largely depend on the device's condition.iPhone and iPad
(Image credit: Future)Trade-ins for the iPhone 16 family have increased by $10 for the Pro Max, Pro and Plus models and $25 for the regular iPhone 16.Meanwhile, at the other end of the scale, you can still get up to $35 for the iPhone 8 and $45 for the iPhone 8 Plus.iPhone 16 Pro Max: Up from $685 to $695iPhone 16 Pro: Up from $550 to $560iPhone 16 Plus: Up from $455 to $465iPhone 16: Up from $435 to $460For a current iPad, you will now get an extra $20 for a Pro in good condition and an extra $15 for other models.Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips.iPad Pro: Up from $670 to $690iPad Air: Up from $445 to $460iPad: Up from $220 to $235iPad mini: Up from $250 to $265MacBook
