Apple is ending the iPhone Upgrade Program, and not everyone will welcome its replacement

Apple has officially retired its popular iPhone Upgrade Program to introduce a new Apple Upgrade leasing plan. This transition changes how millions of customers acquire their devices, directly impacting those approaching their next upgrade window. As the classic program ends, current members must navigate these new options for obtaining Apple devices. The company is fundamentally altering its device purchasing structure, replacing the previous system with this new leasing model for all future hardware upgrades.