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Apple to Lease iPhones Through Klarna Partnership

Published Tuesday, July 28, 2026 · Updated July 28

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  • Strategic Business Move and Program Details — 2 sources

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Apple has launched a new device leasing program in the U.S., called Apple Upgrade, in partnership with Klarna. This program allows customers to lease iPhones for up to two years, with prices starting at $17.99 per month, and also extends to Macs, iPads, and Apple Watches, replacing previous upgrade options. The initiative is seen as a strategic move to manage price increases and business seasonality while encouraging device upgrades.

What We Know — Key Points

  • Apple has launched a new device leasing program in the U.S. called Apple Upgrade, in partnership with payments firm Klarna, allowing customers to lease an iPhone for up to two years starting at $17.99 per month.
  • The Apple Upgrade program, launched on July 28, replaces previous upgrade options and also offers monthly payment plans for Macs, iPads, and Apple Watches.

What Is Claimed — Perspectives

Strategic Business Move and Program Details
  • CNBC

    The article frames Apple's new leasing program as a strategic move to address anticipated price increases and smooth business seasonality, while also increasing device upgrade cycles.

  • Channel News Asia

    Apple has introduced a new device leasing program in the U.S. called Apple Upgrade, in partnership with Klarna. This program offers monthly payment plans for iPhones, Macs, iPads, and Apple Watches, replacing previous upgrade options.

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