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Forbes
3 days ago
- Business
- Forbes
Your Samsung Galaxy Phone Is Now Even More Valuable
New data shows that your Samsung Galaxy Phone is holding on to more of its resale value than ever before. This is according to the used-smartphone marketplace Sell Cell, which has analyzed the resale prices of Samsung, Apple and Google phones over the last three generations. The company has found that Samsung phones are depreciating at a slower rate with every release, while the opposite is true for Apple phones, which are losing more value with every launch. In essence, this means newer Samsung phones such as the Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S24 command a higher price on eBay and Swappa than previous generations. This is good news for people who sell their phones on the open market instead of trading-in directly with the manufacturer, but also bad news if you buy second-hand phones. Despite the opposing directions of travel, the iPhone remains the most valuable phone on the market in terms of resale prices. This has been true for years and continues to be one of the strongest reasons to buy an iPhone. But Sell Cell thinks that could change between 2026 and 2028, with Samsung eventually overtaking Apple. 'iPhone depreciation rose 10.7 percentage points from 24.7% in 2021 to 35.4% in 2024. Samsung's Galaxy S depreciation improved by 5.3 percentage points, falling from 51.9% in 2022 to 46.6% in 2025. We averaged the annual change for each brand — Apple's depreciation increases by about 3.57 percentage points per year, while Samsung's decreases by about 1.77 points per year. Extrapolating these trends forward, the crossover for Samsung Phones to meet iPhone's average retained value is projected for mid-2026.' Is Samsung's AI Supremacy Making Its Smartphones More Valuable? Sell Cell makes the argument that Apple's struggles with rolling out Apple Intelligence on the iPhone 16 might play a role in the increased speed of iPhone depreciation. Samsung, meanwhile, has had functional Galaxy AI features since the Galaxy S24. In a December survey, the company found that while the vast majority of Samsung and Apple device owners aren't convinced by mobile AI, 16.8% of iPhone-using respondents said they would consider switching over to Samsung for better AI tools. Mobile AI is still very much in its early stages (Apple's hasn't even properly landed yet) and I'm not entirely convinced it plays a significant role in people's purchasing decision. A CNET survey from June found that only 11% of U.S. smartphone owners chose to upgrade because of AI, with price, camera features and battery life being the most important reasons, as they have done for years. I suspect a combination of Samsung's high trade-in prices for older phones, the promise of seven years of software support and new foldable tech (which Apple doesn't have) also explains slowing Galaxy phone depreciation numbers. While used-phone sellers rejoice, higher second-hand pricing may ultimately push people towards buying brand new devices instead.
Yahoo
23-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
I've used every iPhone and can promise you don't need to wait for the iPhone 17
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. The iPhone 17 will likely launch in a few months, but what if you need a new phone right now? Should you wait for the next iPhone? Definitely not. I can help you pick a phone that you'll love for years, and won't regret buying when you see what Apple has next. To buy a new phone, you need to answer three questions for me. Are you willing to sign a contract? Would you consider a pre-owned iPhone? Are you sure about getting an iPhone versus an Android? Here's the best iPhone for you. If you don't have $1,000 / £1,000 / AU$1,800 to spend on a new iPhone 16 Pro, you might consider signing up for a new contract with a wireless carrier. If you're not entirely happy with your old carrier, most carriers will give you a free phone if you switch. With three months to go until a new iPhone arrives, I'm seeing wireless carriers clearing out inventory. In the US right now, all three major wireless carriers will give you a free iPhone 16 Pro for switching. You'll need to stay with them for two years (T-Mobile) or three years (AT&T and Verizon), depending on the carrier, and you'll need to subscribe to an unlimited data plan, but it's a good deal if those conditions fit your needs. If you need to save money and don't want to sign up with a wireless carrier, you can also shop for renewed or refurbished devices. I've had a great experience buying used devices on in the US, but Best Buy, Amazon, and other major retailers sell refreshed products at a discount. I would recommend an iPhone 13 Pro or iPhone 13 Pro Max as the oldest refreshed iPhone you should consider. Those phones have a great reputation for battery life and performance. Also, Apple gave the iPhone 13 Pro a major camera upgrade over the iPhone 12 Pro, and iPhone cameras haven't improved dramatically since. If you want a new iPhone, I'd recommend the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro (including the Plus and Max models). Compared to the new iPhone 16 family, the only feature that you'll lose is the Camera Control button, and frankly… I think you're better off without it. In my experience, the Camera Control has been buggy and inconsistent. I prefer using the Action Button – first launched on the iPhone 15 Pro – to open the camera instead. I wouldn't buy a new iPhone older than an iPhone 15, because older iPhone models use Lightning for charging and cables, and you don't want to be stuck with an old connector on its way to the connector's graveyard. The iPhone 15 and newer iPhones use USB-C. This universal connector makes a huge difference when shopping for accessories or just borrowing a charger. The iPhone I would avoid is the new iPhone 16e. While it looks good on a spec sheet, in practice, the iPhone 16e compromises too much to make it a better choice than buying a slightly older iPhone 15. A new iPhone 15 is only $100 / £100 / AU$300 more than the iPhone 16e, but it offers a more iPhone-like experience. First of all, you get much better cameras – two sensors instead of one, including an ultra-wide lens. Second, you get MagSafe, which is a huge part of Apple's accessory ecosystem. MagSafe accessories include batteries, wallets, grips, cases, wireless chargers, and much more. I pop my iPhone sideways onto a wireless stand every night, and it becomes my Standby bedside clock. You can't do that without MagSafe. What if you want to venture outside Apple's walled garden? Have you been admiring the green grass on the Android lawn? Assuming you are coming from an iPhone, I have a suggestion that will be an easy transition to enjoy. These phones are a great choice today and will be fun to own for years The OnePlus 13 is the best Android phone for iPhone switchers. OnePlus has an elegant interface that will be somewhat familiar and easy to pick up. The phone itself is polished and well-built, and it is impressively durable. I watched a OnePlus representative wash the phone in a dishwasher with plates and cups. The OnePlus 13 has incredibly fast charging and amazing battery life that will last you more than a full day. It performs as fast as any phone I've tested. Its cameras are excellent and produce photos that are stylish and unique, thanks to OnePlus's partnership with Hasselblad cameras. If you need a new phone right now, don't wait until September. I don't expect any groundbreaking innovation from Apple this year, and these phones are a great choice today and will be fun to own for years. The iPhone 17 will arrive with a totally new look, and you can just shake it off and read the news from your brand new phone. iPhone 17 Pro: latest rumors, tips and everything we've heard so far The iPhone 17 could come with a nasty price hike – here's how Ready for an iPhone upgrade? Here's why you (probably) don't need to buy a Pro
