1. Check the eligibility: On Apple official website, enter the relevant information of the equipment to see whether the equipment meets the recycling conditions. Under normal circumstances, Apple will accept devices that meet the recycling conditions, including iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch and so on.
2. Valuation: Once the equipment meets the recycling conditions, Apple will provide valuation for the equipment. The estimation is based on the type, model, configuration and current situation of the device.
3. Accept the quotation: After accepting the quotation, you can choose to send the equipment to the recycling center designated by Apple. Apple will provide you with free logistics labels to mail the equipment to the recycling center.
4. Check the equipment: After receiving the equipment, the recycling center will check the equipment to confirm the condition of the equipment and the accuracy of the quotation. If the device does not meet the description, Apple may re-evaluate the value of the device.
5. Payment and refund: Once the equipment passes the inspection, Apple will pay you the quoted amount in the agreed way. Payment methods usually include Apple gift card or refund through electronic payment.
It is worth noting that the availability of recycling equipment and recycling policies may vary from region to region. So the specific recycling process may be different. It is suggested to find the local recycling process in Apple official website to learn more about the relevant terms.