Some believe that Apple wants to buy back the iPhone 13 Pro Max because it’s the greatest iPhone of all time. A rumor started on TikTok, sparked by a video from a user named motiv8_tray, claims that Apple is paying $1,000 for any iPhone 13 Pro Max as part of a trade-in deal and is aggressively seeking this particular model.

In the video, motiv8_tray suggests that the iPhone 13 Pro Max must be the best iPhone ever made because, according to an ad he saw on television, Apple is offering $1,000 to anyone trading in this model. Interestingly, he notes that newer models like the iPhone 14 Pro Max, iPhone 15 Pro Max, and iPhone 16 Pro Max were not mentioned. This sparked the rumor that Apple wants to buy back the top-of-the-line 2021 iPhone to keep it out of consumers’ hands, so it doesn’t interfere with sales of the new iPhone 17 lineup.

While this idea would be quite intriguing, it’s not true.

### What Did Apple Really Say?

Apple’s marketing head, Greg Joswiak, clarified during the iPhone 17 series unveiling on September 9th that customers could get up to $1,100 off when trading in “an iPhone 13 Pro or newer” toward the purchase of an iPhone 17. Similar offers have been made in the past for the iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro.

In reality, Apple will credit you up to $320 if you trade in an iPhone 13 Pro Max directly to Apple.

### How to Get the Best Trade-In Value for Your iPhone 13 Pro Max

The confusion arises because Apple’s carrier partners often offer enhanced trade-in deals. These deals can allow customers to receive up to $1,100 off the purchase of an iPhone 17 series device when trading in an iPhone 13 Pro or later. Here are some examples:

– **Verizon:** Up to $1,100 off an iPhone 17 Pro or iPhone 17 Pro Max on eligible unlimited plans such as the Unlimited Ultimate plan.
– **T-Mobile:** Up to $1,100 off any iPhone 17 model for customers on premium plans like Go5G Next and Experience Beyond.
– **AT&T:** Up to $1,100 off an iPhone 17 Pro or iPhone 17 Pro Max with an eligible unlimited plan.

### Apple Is Not Desperately Seeking to Buy Back the iPhone 13 Pro Max

The idea that Apple is “desperately” trying to buy back iPhone 13 Pro Max units is fake news. It stems from a misunderstanding of legitimate trade-in offers and has been spread further by social media.

We did give the iPhone 13 Pro Max a solid 7.2 out of 10 in our review, praising its battery life, which was the best on an iPhone at the time. Still, it doesn’t make it the “greatest iPhone of all time,” nor would Apple worry about it cannibalizing sales of the iPhone 17 series.

### Is the iPhone 13 Pro Max the Best iPhone?

If you use our ratings as a guide, the iPhone 17 Pro Max currently scores an 8 out of 10, placing it above the iPhone 13 Pro Max. So, while the 13 Pro Max remains a fantastic device, it’s unlikely to overshadow newer models.

### Should You Trade In Your iPhone 13 Pro Max?

If you own an iPhone 13 Pro Max, you might want to consider taking advantage of carrier-affiliated trade-in offers, especially if you plan to upgrade to a new iPhone 17 model. Just remember to check the terms carefully and confirm the best deal available.

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**Would you trade in your iPhone 13 Pro Max for a new iPhone 17 series model?**

– Yes, if I could get $1,100 for my old phone.
– No, the iPhone 13 Pro Max is special.

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*Note: Always take rumors on social media with skepticism and verify information from official sources.*
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