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Business · 1 February 2026

Apple ends its annual iPhone upgrade scheme in Britain

Apple ends its annual iPhone upgrade scheme in Britain

Apple has discontinued its iPhone Upgrade Program for customers in the United Kingdom. The scheme allowed users to pay monthly instalments and exchange their device for the latest model annually. While the specific implications for current subscribers were not detailed in the provided text, the decision marks a significant shift in how the technology giant manages hardware financing in the British market.

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