SAN ANTONIO – Apple's launch of the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus was the biggest ever with some 4 million orders placed on the first day, meaning a lot of people will be looking to trade or cash-in on their "old" iPhones.
A check of several buying or trade-in programs found a range of offers for cash or gift cards.
For an iPhone 5S in good condition, Glyde.com offered $209. NextWorth, which works with Target, offered $217. Gazelle.com did better, offering $275. Even if the phone was broken, Gazelle's offer was $100.
How much you get for your phone depends mostly on the model and condition of the phone. The wireless provider and even the color of the phone can make a difference, too.
Several retailers want your trade-ins and your business. One upside of dealing with a store is you can walk in and and not have to mail the phone to them.
For example, Walmart's Gadgets to Gift Cards program offered a $275 store gift card for the iPhone 5S in good condition.
Best Buy offered $285 in store credit. Apple offered a $310 gift card.
Wireless carriers also are in on the trade-in competition, duking it out with deals.
Something to keep in mind, the longer you wait to sell or trade your older gadgets, the less they are worth.
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