CroatiaApple has introduced a leasing option for its iPhone and Mac devices in the United States, allowing customers to rent rather than purchase these products. The new program, developed in partnership with payment platform Klarna, will be available in physical stores, online, and through the Apple Store app. Individuals can lease iPhones and Apple Watches for 12 or 24 months, while Macs and iPads have longer lease terms of 24 or 36 months. The program includes models such as the iPhone 17, iPhone Air, Apple Watch Series 11, MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, and various iPad models. However, more affordable models like the iPhone 16, MacBook Neo, basic iPad, and Apple Watch SE are not included. This new leasing plan replaces Apple’s previous 'iPhone Upgrade Program,' which allowed users to upgrade their iPhones after 12 monthly payments. The new plan offers more flexible payment options and lower monthly costs. According to Apple’s website, the most cost-effective monthly lease for an iPhone starts at $17.99 (around €15.81), compared to the previous upgrade program’s starting price of around $42 (€36.91). Analysts suggest this program could encourage consumers to view iPhones and Macs as a type
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