The Differences Between the New ‘Apple Upgrade’ and the Old ‘iPhone Upgrade Program’

· Daring Fireball · July 30, 2026, 4:14 p.m.
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This blog post discusses the new 'Apple Upgrade' program, highlighting the differences from the discontinued 'iPhone Upgrade Program'. Key differences include the requirement for a cellular account with major carriers to lease an iPhone, which raises questions about Apple's reasoning for this restriction. The author expresses curiosity about the implications for users with alternative carriers.
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