Apple is said to be collaborating with Klarna to allow customers to pay for new devices in installments.

Apple is said to be collaborating with Klarna to allow customers to pay for new devices in installments.

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      Bloomberg reports that the company might unveil a new Apple Upgrade program later this month, which would replace the long-standing iPhone Upgrade Program.

      Apple is reportedly preparing to allow customers to finance their next iPhone, iPad, or Mac in installments. The new financing option, dubbed "Apple Upgrade," is expected to launch in the U.S. on July 28 in collaboration with Klarna, according to Mark Gurman from Bloomberg.

      Payment conditions may differ by device

      Gurman mentions that Apple could provide a buy-now, pay-later (BNPL) program for most current iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch models, but specific terms may differ based on the typical prices and anticipated upgrade cycles of the products. Consumers might have access to a 24-month payment plan for new iPhones and Apple Watch models, likely reflecting the typical frequency of upgrades for these devices. In contrast, iPads and Macs could have a payment plan extending up to 36 months.

      BREAKING: Apple will debut the Apple Upgrade next week, a leasing/subscription program for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch. The program is launching in the U.S. in conjunction with Klarna for online and retail sales. https://t.co/eM3J46MXJZ— Mark Gurman (@markgurman) July 21, 2026

      The program may provide some flexibility, allowing customers to pay off the balance early, switch to a newer device before the term concludes, or keep their device after fully paying for it. More affordable models from Apple’s range, such as the Apple Watch SE, base iPad, iPhone 16, and MacBook Neo, might not be included.

      The existing iPhone Upgrade Program is expected to be discontinued

      Apple currently offers financing through its iPhone Upgrade Program, which began in 2015 and includes AppleCare+ coverage in the monthly payments. Gurman reports that Apple intends to cease taking sign-ups for the iPhone Upgrade Program once the Apple Upgrade launches, effectively phasing out the old program in favor of the partnership with Klarna.

      In contrast to the iPhone Upgrade Program, the Apple Upgrade is not expected to include AppleCare+ as part of the standard plan. Therefore, anyone financing a new device may need to separately add coverage. Apple has not officially confirmed any details, and pricing for the financing plan and any additional AppleCare coverage remains to be seen.

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Apple is said to be collaborating with Klarna to allow customers to pay for new devices in installments. Apple is said to be collaborating with Klarna to allow customers to pay for new devices in installments. Apple is said to be collaborating with Klarna to allow customers to pay for new devices in installments. Apple is said to be collaborating with Klarna to allow customers to pay for new devices in installments. Apple is said to be collaborating with Klarna to allow customers to pay for new devices in installments.

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Apple is said to be collaborating with Klarna to allow customers to pay for new devices in installments.

Apple is said to be launching a new financing initiative named Apple Upgrade in collaboration with Klarna later this month.