Best iPhone 15 Deals: Score the Latest Model for Free or Get Up to $1,100 in Trade-In Credit – CNET

Once you’re in the Apple ecosystem, upgrading to the latest Apple device, such as the iPhone 15 series, is pretty much inevitable. Two of the latest models have already earned a place on the list of our overall favorite phones. But one of the reasons we wait to upgrade is the price: All that phone doesn’t come cheap, with the iPhone 15 priced at $799 and the iPhone Pro Max going for $1,199. That’s why we’ve been combing the internet to find you the best deals out there, and we’ve highlighted the best of them below. 

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We’ll keep this list of the best iPhone 15 deals updated as new offers crop up or existing promotions change, so check back when it’s time to buy.

What colors does the iPhone 15 come in?

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The iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus come in five colors: black, yellow, pink, blue and green. The iPhone 15 Pro models come in natural titanium, white, black and blue.

How much does the iPhone 15 cost?

Prices differ depending on the amount of storage, but each model starts at:

  • iPhone 15: $799*
  • iPhone 15 Plus: $899*
  • iPhone 15 Pro: $999
  • iPhone 15 Pro Max: $1,199

*If you set up your phone with a carrier at purchase; $30 more if you connect it to a carrier later.

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