Now that Apple has officially announced its newest iPhone models, you might have some mixed feelings about your iPhone 5. Maybe the screen doesn't seem to shine as brightly, or the hyper-responsive touch screen doesn't seem as fast as it once was. Whatever the reason, you're looking for a change.
If you're the type of person who always needs the newest iPhone as soon as it comes out, chances are you're looking to sell your current device — and quickly. We can help.
See also: 4 Ways to Recycle Your Old Gadgets
There are several options available, and you can explore each one to find the best value for your old device. Below, we've detailed a few of the best options and how to utilize them.
Have any other good ideas for selling your old iPhone? Share them in the comments.
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Apple offers its own in-house trade-in program. At any Apple retail store, you provide your phone (all iPhone generations are currently accepted) and an Apple employee will determine its value. If you choose to accept their quote, they'll credit you with your quote amount, take your iPhone and wipe it while you search the store for your next device.
Important note: The device for which you're trading your current model must be in stock at the time of your trade-in, and new phones must be under contract.
The Apple trade-in program method is safe and easy, but it isn't likely to get you the best price for your former phone.
Amazon's trade-in program offers, on average, a higher price than Apple. Users who want to get rid of their current iPhones simply need to fill out a form about the quality of their devices.
Amazon then sends you packing and shipping materials free of charge. When the company receives your shipment, your account will be credited with a gift card of equal value.
Recently stepping into the trade-in game is major retailer Walmart. Starting September 21, Walmart will offer as much as $300 of credit for a new iPhone 5, if customers sign up for a new two-year contract with AT&T, Verizon or Sprint.
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In terms of sites dedicated to helping you sell your iPhone directly, you have quite a few options.
Glyde.com is probably your best bet in terms of sheer price. You set a price on your device and wait for someone to make the purchase. Once sold, you receive the payment in your Glyde account, which you can easily transfer to a bank account. The site even has an iPhone Upgrade Tool to help you figure out how much of a profit you can expect after upgrading.
For a charitable and environmentally friendly approach, RebootCharity.org pays you for your iPhone, which it will then recycle. According to the website, profits are used to "fund the work of volunteers."
Surprisingly, GameStop offers one of the best deals in terms of store credit value. Gamers can receive upwards of $400 for a like-new iPhone 5, which, after redeeming at a store location, they can use to purchase any number of gaming equipment from the retailer.
When it comes to selling your iPhone directly, we recommend that you research different sites independently and think about what you'd like to get in return. Your iPhone's value is dependent on many factors, including your carrier and the device's physical condition.
If you're constantly looking to get the newest phone on the market, we recommend looking into your carrier's upgrade programs. Many programs, such as T-Mobile's JUMP, Verizon's Edge and AT&T's Next, allow you to upgrade more frequently.
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Apple CEO Tim Cook opens the event.
Craig Federighi, senior vice president of software engineering, demonstrates iOS 7, Apple's forthcoming mobile operating system. Federighi announced it will be available for free Sept. 18.
The new device comes in five colors.
Philip W. Schiller, senior vice president of worldwide marketing at Apple, reveals the pricing for the iPhone 5C.
The new device comes in three colors.
Philip W. Schiller, senior vice president of worldwide marketing at Apple, reveals the iPhone 5S.
Schiller speaks about the iPhone 5S.
The iPhone 5S can scan your fingerprint.
The musician played his new song "Tripwire."
People arrive for the product announcement.
Members of the press await Apple's product announcement outside the company's Cupertino, Calif., headquarters