Apple Upgrade is a great deal on paper

Android fans should watch Apple’s move to hardware leasing closely As phone prices surge, Apple’s new Apple Upgrade lease plan shows how Android brands could soften future price hikes. Apple shuts down iPhone Upgrade Program, here’s what’s next Apple today officially launched its new Apple Upgrade leasing program, covering iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Mac.

As part of this launch, Apple has also discontinued the iPhone Upgrade Program. Here’s what that means for current users.