Just more than a week after Apple launched its iPhone trade-in program, Walmart is stepping into the smartphone-swap game — not only for iOS devices, but also Android phones.
Starting on Saturday, Sept. 21, Walmart will offer customers anywhere from a $50 to $300 credit toward the purchase of a new smartphone when they trade in their current device. The program will be available in more than 3,600 Walmart stores and Sam's Club locations.
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The news comes on the launch day of Apple's next-generation iPhones, rumored to be the iPhone 5S and iPhone 5C budget device.
Walmart's trade-in program covers more than 100 smartphones. The company listed the potential trade-in value for a non-damaged iPhone 5 at $300 and a Samsung Galaxy S III at $172.
A customer can bring his mobile device into a participating location and show it to an employee. The retailer is partnering with CExchange, which will access the condition of the phone and offer a credit value. If the mobile user accepts the offer, that credit can be applied toward a new smartphone of his choice.
Walmart said customers can only qualify for the deal if they sign a new two-year contract from AT&T, Verizon Wireless or Sprint.
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