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GameStop announced that the Wii U, PS3, and Xbox 360 are officially retro consoles and is running a retro trade-in bonus that adds 10% to trade credits through March 31; defective retro hardware is now accepted, with a full retro list available on GameStop's site.
Samsung’s official site is offering a deep discount on the Galaxy S26 Ultra, with up to $900 in credit toward a $1,299 device, bringing the out‑of‑pocket price to $399 for qualifying preorder buyers. The aggressive offer runs through Wednesday, with the Galaxy S26 release on March 11. The phone highlights a built‑in Privacy Display, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy with a neural processing unit about 39% faster, AI-driven Nudge features for proactive suggestions, and improved photography thanks to a 200MP main sensor and brighter lenses for better low‑light photos.
Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra pre-order is ending soon, with offers up to $900 in trade-ins and $150 instant credit for add-ons, bringing the device price down to as low as $399; buyers can also get Galaxy Buds 4 Pro for free through the credits, plus other accessory options.
Google Store now applies instant trade-in credits at checkout for Pixel devices, mirroring Samsung’s upfront discount model; pricing pages show the trade-in credit applied immediately (e.g., trading in a Pixel 8a could drop a Pixel 10a 128GB to about $284). Final value can change based on actual device condition, with potential extra charges or refunds, and the program appears to extend to other Pixels like the Pixel 10 Pro, signaling a broader shift for future launches.
Samsung’s Galaxy Reserve program is back for 2026, offering up to $900 off a Galaxy S26 preorder with trade-in, plus a $30 credit and a chance at $5,000 Samsung cash; signup requires only a name and email with no purchase commitment, and the $900 trade-in credit is expected to unlock for the public after Unpacked on Feb 25, with the best odds if you already own an S25 or S24 Ultra.
SellCell data shows the iPhone 17 Pro Max has become the most traded-in smartphone, accounting for 11.5% of top-20 trade-ins by early February (up from 5.1% in late November). Most traded units are in mint or good condition. The 17 Pro Max depreciates about 7% less than the iPhone 16 Pro Max over 145 days, translating to roughly $95 more retained value, while mint-condition units average about $967.50 in resale. The top-20 devices represent about 47% of trade-in activity, with the iPhone 15 Pro Max and 14 Pro Max also remaining prominent. The trend suggests strong resale pricing amid broader economic factors.
Costco’s Phobio-backed trade-in program lets you swap old electronics (phones, laptops, tablets, smartwatches, desktops, media players) for up to $2,550 in Costco shop card credit, with no membership required. You get an online quote by selecting make/model and device condition, can print a shipping label or request a box, wipe your data (Phobio will also delete it), and after a 3–5 business day inspection you receive payment on a Costco shop card usable in-store or online. Devices from multiple brands—Apple, HP, Dell, Lenovo, Microsoft, and others—are accepted, though large appliances aren’t eligible. The initiative promotes repurposing electronics to support safer mineral sourcing and reduce mining demand, while boosting your savings at Costco.
A YouTuber exposed a brief glitch where GameStop’s trade-in value for a pre-owned Nintendo Switch 2 briefly exceeded the new price, letting him repeatedly profit across stores over two days; GameStop patched the system and updated promotions to stop the infinite revenue loop, a move that recalls the company’s meme-stock history.
A YouTube creator highlighted a supposed 'Infinite Money Glitch' at GameStop: buying a Nintendo Switch 2 for around $415 and immediately trading it back in with a pre-owned game could trigger a promo that boosted the trade-in value, letting players repeatedly rack up store credit. GameStop says the glitch has been patched and promotions updated to prevent further abuse, though it’s unclear whether the video exposed a real flaw or a marketing stunt as questions linger while stores face closures.
Samsung is offering a $1,000 instant discount on the Galaxy Z Fold 7 when you trade in a qualifying device, bringing the 256GB model to $999 (512GB/1TB variants can also be discounted up to $1,000). If you don’t have a trade-in, a straight $350 discount is available. Trade-in values vary by device (Fold 6 or Galaxy S25 Ultra can fetch the full $1,000; S25+ around $600; S25 Edge and standard S25 around $430–$466). All colors, including Mint, are eligible for the discount.
Apple updated trade-in payouts for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch, with most values dipping slightly while some Mac prices rose; a second update later in the day showed further swings and Apple also adjusted Android trade-ins.
Costco is offering a Phobio-powered Trade-In Program that accepts phones, laptops, tablets, smartwatches, desktops, and media players for an instant quote; after printing a prepaid shipping label and sending in your device, you’ll receive a Digital Costco Shop Card within 9–15 business days if the device passes review, with laptops potentially earning up to $2,550. The program aims to reduce e-waste and recover value from old gear, and similar programs exist at Target and GameStop.
Many users are making a mistake by not carefully considering the privacy implications when participating in Apple's iPhone trade-in program, as their personal information may be collected and shared through cookies and tracking tools, despite opting out of data sharing.
The Google Pixel 10 is available for just $349 through a US Mobile deal requiring an annual plan, offering significant savings on a recent model with Google's latest hardware and software, including Android 16 and seven years of updates, with options for trade-in discounts.
The Google Store is offering significant discounts on the Pixel 10 series ahead of Black Friday 2025, with prices reduced up to $300 and boosted trade-in offers, in what appears to be an early sale that may mirror upcoming Black Friday deals.