What Does Apple Do With Old MacBooks?

by | Last updated on January 24, 2024

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What is Apple Trade In? It’s our

trade-in and recycling program

that’s good for you and the planet. If your trade-in device is eligible for credit, you can offset the purchase price of a new one. If it’s not eligible for credit, you can recycle it for free.

Do Apple stores recycle old Macs?


Yes

. If your device has no trade‐in value, Apple Trade In lets you recycle any Apple device, and devices from Apple-owned brands, at any Apple Store and online. … You can bring your batteries and old Apple products to any Apple Store and we’ll recycle them responsibly, free of charge.

What does Apple do with old laptops?

If the Mac is no longer functional, or if it’s too old,

you can recycle it

. Apple’s recycling program will take any of your devices and recycle them. They may even give you a gift card if the computer still has some value.

Are the old MacBooks still good?

If you’re concerned that your

older MacBook won’t perform as well as a new model

, this is perfectly reasonable. … For instance, if all you need a MacBook for is working, using cloud applications and software like Office 365 and some web browsing, any of Apple’s last several generations of MacBooks will be fine.

What can I do with my old MacBook pro?

  1. When is your Mac “too old”? …
  2. Recycle your old Mac with the Apple Trade In program. …
  3. Clean your Mac and get it up to speed. …
  4. Turn your Mac into a network-attached storage system. …
  5. Create an emergency Wi-Fi hotspot. …
  6. Install Linux on your Mac. …
  7. Back up your Mac. …
  8. Deauthorize and sign out of your accounts.

Does Apple buy old AirPods?

Trade in your AirPods @ Apple Trade In/GiveBack

You can get started on Apple’s website by choosing AirPods. … Trade In/GiveBack also isn’

t limited

to just taking old AirPods. Apple will take your iPhone or smartphone from a variety of OEMs, MacBook, iPad, and even iMac. They’ll also recycle anything that they won’t buy.

Does Apple pay for old computers?

Apple will give you as much as $325 for a Samsung Galaxy S20+ or $315 for the Google Pixel 5. You can also trade in other Android smartphones from Huawei, Nokia, Xiaomi, and more. … While you will not get any credit for these devices,

Apple will recycle them for free and pay for the shipping costs

.

What can I do with my old MacBook Pro 2009?

  1. Install Linux on your old Mac. …
  2. Make your old Apple laptop a Chromebook. …
  3. Make a network-attached system out of your old Mac. …
  4. Create an emergency Wi-Fi hotspot. …
  5. Sell or recycle your old Mac.

How long does an iMac last?

Given how much it costs to purchase an iMac, you’d want it to last forever. But just like everything in this world, it has a limited lifespan. How long it can last will depend on how you use it, of course. If you want a ballpark, it should last give or take

7 to 8 years

.

How much is an iPhone 12?

The

$799

iPhone 12 is the standard model with a 6.1-inch screen and dual camera, while the new $699 iPhone 12 Mini has a smaller, 5.4-inch screen. The iPhone 12 Pro and 12 Pro Max cost $999 and $1,099 respectively, and come with triple-lens cameras and premium designs.

What is the lifespan of a MacBook Pro?

Lifespan of MacBook Pro

When it comes to the MacBook Pro the consensus among industry experts is that, again, you’ll achieve a lifespan of

around five years

, but users suggest something much longer – upwards of a seven-year lifetime.

Are MacBooks worth the money?

Is It a Good Time to Buy?

Yes

, for most people. The MacBook Air and MacBook Pro with M1 are excellent machines for almost everyone. Those who need more power for the most demanding tasks should wait (if possible) until late 2021 when Apple will likely release souped-up M-series chips in the higher-tier MacBook Pros.

Should I keep my old MacBook Pro?

Although you should be fine (depending on what kind of work you need to do) with a MacBook even several years old, try to

get something as close to new as possible

. That way, you should have access to software updates for at least a few years, and of course, a newer Mac will last for a longer period.

How do I get rid of my old MacBook?

For example, MacBook owners can take their old

devices to an Apple store for recycling and receive a store credit

. For laptop brands that don’t have their own take-back program, households and small businesses can drop off devices for free, as part of the National Television and Computer Recycling Scheme (NTCRS).

Can you upgrade an old MacBook?

MacBook Pros:

Both 13-inch and 15-inch models 2015 and older can be upgraded

. Non-Retina MacBook Pro units up to late 2016 may also have an option, but most units from 2016 on are very limited on both upgrades and replacement options.

What is the lifespan of AirPods?

The AirPods and AirPods Pro charging cases hold multiple charges, increasing the total battery life of your AirPods:

up to 24 hours of listening time

.

up to 18 hours of talk time

.

Charlene Dyck
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Charlene Dyck
Charlene is a software developer and technology expert with a degree in computer science. She has worked for major tech companies and has a keen understanding of how computers and electronics work. Sarah is also an advocate for digital privacy and security.