\nApple\u00ae today announced Apple Upgrade, a new product leasing program provided by Klarna for iPhone\u00ae, Apple Watch\u00ae, Mac\u00ae, and iPad\u00ae available on the Apple Store\u00ae online, in the Apple Store app, and at Apple Store locations in the United States.1<\/sup> Apple Upgrade makes it even easier for customers to get the Apple products they love with a leasing plan that is right for them.<\/p>\n
\n\u201cAt Apple, we put the customer at the center of everything we do,\u201d said Karen Rasmussen, Apple\u2019s vice president of the Apple Store online, \u201cand we\u2019re thrilled that Apple Upgrade offers our customers, both online and in-store, a more flexible way to pay for the products they love.\u201d<\/p>\n
\nApple Upgrade offers 12- and 24-month leasing options for iPhone and Apple Watch, and 24- and 36-month leasing options for Mac and iPad. Leasing prices start as low as $17.99 per month for iPhone, $11.99 for Apple Watch, $24.99 for Mac, and $11.99 for iPad.^ When customers first enroll in Apple Upgrade, they can further lower their monthly lease payments by trading in their currently owned device through Apple Trade In\u00ae. Customers can also earn 3 percent Daily Cash back when making their lease payments with Apple Card\u00ae.2<\/sup><\/p>\n Upgrading Has Never Been Easier<\/b><\/p>\n \nWith Apple Upgrade, customers can expect the same seamless and personalized shopping experience online and in stores. Apple and Klarna have created a simple enrollment process that provides customers with detailed information regarding their leasing options before they enroll.<\/p>\n \nUpon choosing their preferred leasing option, customers can apply within minutes \u2014 online or in-store \u2014 and receive quick approval from Klarna.3<\/sup> All applicants will be subject to a soft credit inquiry that will not impact their credit score. Once approved, they can complete their transaction as usual. In-store customers can enjoy their new device right away, while online customers can choose delivery or in-store pickup. Whether they shop in-store or online, all customers can take advantage of Apple\u2019s Personal Setup service to help get their new product ready to use and ask any questions they might have. They can also join the many free and educational Today at Apple\u00ae sessions to learn how to get started \u2014 or go further \u2014 with their devices.<\/p>\n \nAt the end of the lease term, customers can upgrade their device to the latest generation,4<\/sup> purchase it with a one-time payment, or simply return it and exit the program. In the Klarna app, they can stay on top of all of their lease information, including their billing schedule and remaining payments. Customers can add an AppleCare\u00ae subscription to protect their products, making the return of their current device and upgrade to a new one even easier.5<\/sup><\/p>\n \nWith the launch of Apple Upgrade, Apple will no longer offer the iPhone Upgrade Program and iPhone Payments in the United States. When eligible, customers currently enrolled in the iPhone Upgrade Program will have the option of leasing a new device with Apple Upgrade, financing with Apple Card Monthly Installments,6<\/sup> purchasing the product outright, or choosing carrier financing.<\/p>\n Explore the Lineup and Upgrade Today<\/b><\/p>\n iPhone<\/b><\/p>\n iPhone 17e<\/a> delivers incredible value with faster performance, an advanced camera system, enhanced durability, the magic of MagSafe\u00ae, and double the starting storage at 256GB. iPhone 17<\/a> is packed with features users will enjoy every day, including a bigger and brighter display with ProMotion\u00ae up to 120Hz, all-day battery life with faster charging, a fantastic 48MP Dual Fusion camera system, and the Center Stage\u00ae front camera. iPhone Air<\/a>\u00ae features a thin and light design that is more durable than any previous model, with pro performance, advanced camera systems on the front and back, and all-day battery life. With a unibody design optimized for performance and powered by A19 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max<\/a> are the most powerful Pro models ever made, delivering the best performance, camera systems, and battery life in an iPhone. iPhone leases start at $17.99.^<\/p>\n Apple Watch<\/b><\/p>\n Apple Watch Series 11<\/a> is the ultimate health and fitness companion, featuring the most comprehensive set of health features yet \u2014 including groundbreaking hypertension notifications that can alert users to signs of chronic high blood pressure, and sleep score, which helps users understand the quality of their sleep and how to make it more restorative. With up to 24 hours of battery life and a display that\u2019s 2x more scratch-resistant, Apple Watch Series 11 is more convenient than ever to wear throughout the day and night.7<\/sup>Apple Watch Ultra\u00ae 3<\/a> is the most advanced Apple Watch \u2014 rugged and capable, built for sports and adventure while seamlessly serving as a powerful health companion. It features the largest display ever in an Apple Watch, powered by Apple\u2019s most advanced display technology with LTPO3 and wide-angle OLEDs, along with up to 42 hours of battery life \u2014 or up to 72 hours in Low Power Mode. Apple Watch Ultra 3 also features built-in, two-way satellite communications, so users can text emergency services, message friends and family, and share their location even when off the grid. Apple Watch leases start at $11.99.^<\/p>\n Mac<\/b><\/p>\n \nAvailable in 13- and 15-inch models, MacBook Air<\/a>\u00ae with M5 delivers incredible performance, up to 18 hours of battery life, and advanced AI capabilities in a thin, light, and durable aluminum design. The M5 family of chips \u2014 M5, M5 Pro, and M5 Max \u2014 deliver even more performance and capabilities to MacBook Pro<\/a>\u00ae, the world\u2019s best pro laptop. All MacBook Pro models deliver game-changing performance and advanced AI capabilities, and include a Liquid Retina XDR\u00ae display with a nano-texture option, an advanced 12MP Center Stage camera, and up to 24 hours of battery life. Powered by the M4 chip, iMac<\/a>\u00ae is the world\u2019s best all-in-one and features a nano-texture display option, a 12MP Center Stage camera, and Thunderbolt 4 connectivity \u2014 all in its strikingly thin design. Mac Studio<\/a>\u00ae with M4 Max and M3 Ultra is the most powerful Mac ever made, delivering groundbreaking pro and AI performance, plus extensive connectivity with Thunderbolt 5 in its compact and quiet design that can live right on a desk.8<\/sup> Mac leases start at $24.99.^<\/p>\n iPad<\/b><\/p>\n iPad Air<\/a>\u00ae features blazing performance, 12GB of unified memory, and fast connectivity, empowering users to be productive and creative wherever they are. With the Ultra Retina XDR\u00ae display and the power of M5, iPad Pro<\/a>\u00ae offers the most advanced iPad experience, packing powerful performance in a stunningly thin and light design. iPad mini<\/a>\u00ae delivers the full iPad experience in a device users can hold in the palm of their hand. Accessories such as Magic Keyboard\u00ae extend the versatility of iPad Air and iPad Pro, while Apple Pencil Pro\u00ae unlocks even more magical capabilities for illustrating, note-taking, annotating, and more on iPad Air, iPad Pro, and iPad mini. iPad leases start at $11.99.^<\/p>\n \nApple revolutionized personal technology with the introduction of the Macintosh in 1984. Today, Apple leads the world in innovation with iPhone, iPad, Mac, AirPods, Apple Watch, and Apple Vision Pro. Apple\u2019s six software platforms \u2014 iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, visionOS, and tvOS \u2014 provide seamless experiences across all Apple devices and empower people with breakthrough services including the App Store, Apple Music, Apple Pay, iCloud, and Apple TV. Apple\u2019s more than 150,000 employees are dedicated to making the best products on earth and to leaving the world better than we found it.<\/p>\n Footnotes<\/b><\/p>\n \n1. iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, Apple Watch SE, MacBook Neo, Mac mini, iPad (A16), and Studio Display are not available as part of the Apple Upgrade program.<\/p>\n \n2. Apple Card is subject to credit approval, available only for qualifying applicants in the United States, and issued by Goldman Sachs Bank USA, Salt Lake City Branch.<\/p>\n \n3. Subject to eligibility and credit approval.<\/p>\n \n4. Upgrades require entering into a new lease and returning your prior device, and are subject to eligibility and credit approval.<\/p>\n \n5. AppleCare delivers exceptional service and support, with flexible options for Apple users. Customers can choose AppleCare+ to cover their new product, or AppleCare One to protect multiple products in one simple plan. Both plans include coverage for accidents like drops and spills, theft and loss protection on eligible products, battery replacement service, and 24\/7 support from Apple Experts. For more information, visit apple.com\/applecare<\/a>.<\/p>\n \n6. Apple Card Monthly Installments (ACMI) is a 0 percent APR payment option that is only available if users select it at checkout in the U.S. for eligible products purchased at Apple and is subject to credit approval and credit limit. See support.apple.com\/en-us\/102730<\/a> for more information about eligible products. Additional limits and restrictions apply. See the Apple Card Customer Agreement for more information about ACMI.<\/p>\n \n7. Apple Watch Series 11 with Ion-X glass has a ceramic coating that provides 2x more scratch resistance than Series 10 with Ion-X glass.<\/p>\n \n8. Subject to availability.<\/p>\n \n^ This offer is for a consumer lease, not a purchase or loan. Lease provided by Klarna Inc. for 12-, 24-, or 36-month term. 12- and 36-month terms not available for all device models. Your first monthly payment is due approximately 30 days after device is shipped or available for pickup. Lease approval is subject to eligibility and is based on creditworthiness. Monthly payments are based on the selected device and lease term. For example:<\/p>\n \nFor an iPhone 17 Pro 256GB with a purchase price of $1,099 (excluding taxes and any trade-in credit), the typical monthly payment is $31.99 (excluding taxes and any trade-in credit) for a 24-month lease term and $45.99 (excluding taxes and any trade-in credit) for a 12-month lease term.<\/p>\n \nFor an Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS) 42mm with a purchase price of $399 (excluding taxes and any trade-in credit), the typical monthly payment is $11.99 (excluding taxes and any trade-in credit) for a 24-month lease term and $21.99 (excluding taxes and any trade-in credit) for a 12-month lease term.<\/p>\n \nFor an 11-inch iPad Pro 256GB with a purchase price of $1,199 (excluding taxes and any trade-in credit), the typical monthly payment is $24.99 (excluding taxes and any trade-in credit) for a 36-month lease term and $31.99 (excluding taxes and any trade-in credit) for a 24-month lease term.<\/p>\n \nFor a 14-inch MacBook Pro 16GB with a purchase price of $1,999 (excluding taxes and any trade-in credit), the typical monthly payment is $38.99 (excluding taxes and any trade-in credit) for a 36-month lease term and $53.99 (excluding taxes and any trade-in credit) for a 24-month lease term.<\/p>\n \nNo security deposit required. A trade-in device may reduce monthly payments. Advertised monthly payment amount may not include a trade-in device\u2019s estimated value. Upgrades are not guaranteed and are subject to eligibility and approval.<\/p>\n \nFor iPhone only: In order to lease an iPhone, you must select an eligible carrier (AT&T, T-Mobile, or Verizon), but you cannot use a prepaid carrier plan. A leased iPhone is always unlocked, so you can switch carriers at any time, subject to your carrier\u2019s terms.<\/p>\n \nTerminating your Apple Upgrade lease: Closing your lease and returning your device terminates your lease. You may incur substantial fees if you terminate your lease before the end of your initial lease term. You may have the option to upgrade to a new device by entering into a new lease agreement and returning your prior device. If you upgrade, your new monthly payments may be greater than your prior monthly payments. If you do not upgrade, terminate your lease, or purchase your device by the end of the initial lease term, the lease will convert to a month-to-month lease for up to six months. Your monthly payments may increase during the month-to-month periods. If you take no action at the end of your extension period, you will be charged the purchase fee under your lease. You will not own your device at the end of your lease, unless you pay the purchase fee. Insurance is not included in your lease, and you may incur damage fees if the device is lost, stolen, or not returned in the condition required by the lease.<\/p>\n \nApple Upgrade Lease eligibility: Leases are only available to U.S. residents (excluding residents of U.S. territories). Leased devices are only available for shipping to U.S. addresses (excluding U.S. territories) or pick up at Apple Retail stores in the U.S. (excluding U.S. territories). To be eligible for a lease, you must be at least 18 years old (or the legal age in your state of residence), have a valid Social Security Number or individual taxpayer identification number (ITIN), have an accepted credit or debit card, have an Apple Account in good standing, have a Klarna Account, and be able to receive security verification codes via text message. Leases are not available on refurbished accessories or online at the following special stores: Apple Employee Purchase Plan; participating corporate Employee Purchase Programs; Apple at Work for small businesses or enterprises; Government, Education, or Veterans and Military Purchase Programs.<\/p>\n \nNOTE TO EDITORS: For additional information visit Apple Newsroom (www.apple.com\/newsroom<\/a>), or email Apple\u2019s Media Helpline at media.help@apple.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n \n\u00a9 2026 Apple Inc. All rights reserved. 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