Platforms like SellYourMac.com or Best Buy offer competitive alternatives if your device does not meet Apple's criteria. Steps to Take:

Older devices (like M1 Max models) can offer significant credit, potentially covering a huge chunk of a new M5 MacBook Air ($1099 starting).

Upgrade your tech and save on a new MacBook Air ! As of April 2026, allows you to get credit for your current device—MacBook Air, Pro, or others—and apply it directly toward a new, faster model . Key Trade-In & Buy Back Details (2026):