Keeping up with the tech changes in our favorite camera is a challenge. Buying a new camera/storage device/computer every two years seems extreme - at least my grandmother would think so. A significant reason to upgrade every 4 years (or sooner) is to keep up with security. At some point, our old mobile devices will not update to current operating systems and be vulnerable to security breaches.
In the palm of your hand is ... a computer, branch of your bank, library, calendar, telephone, photo albums and ... wait for it ... a great camera.
Ways to upgrade your camera technology:
- Buy a refurbished device from Apple at a slight discount. Add your veteran's discount or education discount when possible.
- Use Apple Card to buy over time with 0% interest with option to upgrade after 12 months.
- Buy with a cellular carrier deal.
- Pay full price up front.
- Any of the above options with a trade-in of your current iPhone will lower the price.
You're not ready to make the leap just now. But take 10 minutes to review your options. The paradigm for updating mobile technology has shifted to sooner, while there is trade-in value with your used device. Better yet, go ahead and chat with one of the online experts to get specifics about your needs and situation. But don't buy yet. Unless you are convinced this is the right time.
Questions you want answered:
- Will the phone be "unlocked" and not exclusive to a specific cellular service?
- How will AppleCare be charged when using Apple Card to purchase over time?
- How will AppleCare be pro-rated if paid upfront and then trade-in at 1 year?
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