According to many a viral TikTok video, a flood of phone users are currently ready for an upgrade. And, with the highly anticipated iPhone 16 hitting stores, the time is now! However, if cash is a concern, Vodafone has unveiled some clever financial hacks to help you score the latest device for free. If you’re ready to upgrade, here’s how to turn your old tech into a shiny new iPhone 16. Without spending a cent.
Transform your unused devices into cold hard cash
Did you know that the average Australian household has around 1.5 unused smart devices lying around? Whether you’re a die-hard Apple fan or a Samsung user contemplating a switch, these forgotten gadgets can be valuable trade-ins. Vodafone suggests that by trading in eligible devices, you could completely cover the costs of the new iPhone 16 – which ranges from $1,399 to $2,849.
Research shows that one in three Australians upgrades their phone every two years or even sooner. If you’ve got an old device stashed away, now is the perfect time to bring it out and see how much you can save. Here’s a quick look at how much your old devices might be worth in trade-ins
- iPhone 16 (128GB): Trade in an iPhone 11 or higher to pay $100.
- iPhone 16 (256GB): Trade in an iPhone 12 Pro or higher to pay $300.
- iPhone 16 (512GB): Trade in an iPhone 13 Pro Max or higher to pay $650.
- iPhone 16 Pro Max (1TB): Trade in an iPhone 15 Pro Max to pay $1,550.
- For Samsung devices, trading in a Galaxy S23 Ultra can reduce costs significantly. In fact, potential payments range from $205 to $605 depending on the iPhone model chosen.
By signing up for Vodafone’s $79 plan, you can stay connected for 36 months and trade in an eligible device to get the iPhone 16 at no cost!
To sweeten the deal even further, Vodafone has tripled the monthly data on this $79 plan from 200GB to a whopping 600GB! Plus, you’ll get three months of free Binge to enjoy your favourite shows and movies.