{"id":4947,"date":"2026-03-10T10:15:07","date_gmt":"2026-03-10T10:15:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/seasonal-sell-windows-2026\/"},"modified":"2026-03-10T10:15:10","modified_gmt":"2026-03-10T10:15:10","slug":"seasonal-sell-windows-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/seasonal-sell-windows-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Seasonal Sell Windows 2026: 60-Day Plan for Top Trade-In Value"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&#8220;`html<\/p>\n<div style=\"color:#000000; background:#ffffff; font-family:Arial, sans-serif; line-height:1.6;\">\n<style>\np, .wp-block-paragraph, ul.wp-block-list, li, blockquote {\n  color:#000000 !important;\n  font-size:20px !important;\n}\na {\n  color:#00c2ff !important;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_76 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label 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type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e81664d2680\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/seasonal-sell-windows-2026\/#Key_Takeaways\" >Key Takeaways<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/seasonal-sell-windows-2026\/#Why_2026_Demands_a_Forecast-First_Sell_Plan\" >Why 2026 Demands a Forecast-First Sell Plan<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/seasonal-sell-windows-2026\/#The_GizmoGrind_Toolkit_AI_Timing_State_Maps_and_Channel_Checks\" >The GizmoGrind Toolkit: AI Timing, State Maps, and Channel Checks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/seasonal-sell-windows-2026\/#The_60-Day_Playbook_August_1_to_Early_October\" >The 60-Day Playbook: August 1 to Early October<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/seasonal-sell-windows-2026\/#Phase_1_Aug_1%E2%80%9314_%E2%80%94_Set_the_Board\" >Phase 1: Aug 1\u201314 \u2014 Set the Board<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/seasonal-sell-windows-2026\/#Phase_2_Aug_15%E2%80%9331_%E2%80%94_Lock_the_Pre-Launch_Bump\" >Phase 2: Aug 15\u201331 \u2014 Lock the Pre-Launch Bump<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/seasonal-sell-windows-2026\/#Phase_3_Sep_1%E2%80%9321_%E2%80%94_Ride_the_Keynote_Wave\" >Phase 3: Sep 1\u201321 \u2014 Ride the Keynote Wave<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/seasonal-sell-windows-2026\/#Phase_4_Sep_22%E2%80%93Oct_7_%E2%80%94_Last_Call_Before_the_Slide\" >Phase 4: Sep 22\u2013Oct 7 \u2014 Last Call Before the Slide<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/seasonal-sell-windows-2026\/#Model-by-Model_Timing_iPhone_Galaxy_Pixel\" >Model-by-Model Timing: iPhone, Galaxy, Pixel<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/seasonal-sell-windows-2026\/#iPhone_The_Keynotes_Are_Your_Friend\" >iPhone: The Keynotes Are Your Friend<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/seasonal-sell-windows-2026\/#Samsung_Galaxy_Two_Windows_Different_Vibes\" >Samsung Galaxy: Two Windows, Different Vibes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/seasonal-sell-windows-2026\/#Google_Pixel_Shadow_the_Late_Q3_Buzz\" >Google Pixel: Shadow the Late Q3 Buzz<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/seasonal-sell-windows-2026\/#The_Numbers_2026_Value_Pulse_from_US_Platforms\" >The Numbers: 2026 Value Pulse from U.S. Platforms<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/seasonal-sell-windows-2026\/#Regional_Realities_State-by-State_Sell_Windows\" >Regional Realities: State-by-State Sell Windows<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/seasonal-sell-windows-2026\/#Channel_Strategy_Cash_Buyback_vs_Carrier_Credits_vs_Private_Sale\" >Channel Strategy: Cash Buyback vs Carrier Credits vs Private Sale<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/seasonal-sell-windows-2026\/#Pro_Tips_for_Channel_Choice\" >Pro Tips for Channel Choice<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/seasonal-sell-windows-2026\/#Privacy-First_Prep_Simple_Steps_Higher_Quotes\" >Privacy-First Prep: Simple Steps, Higher Quotes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/seasonal-sell-windows-2026\/#Quick-Start_Kit_8_Steps_to_Begin_Now\" >Quick-Start Kit: 8 Steps to Begin Now<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/seasonal-sell-windows-2026\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/seasonal-sell-windows-2026\/#The_Reporters_Wrap-Up_Beat_the_Drop_Plan_Your_60_Days\" >The Reporter&#8217;s Wrap-Up: Beat the Drop. Plan Your 60 Days.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"h-key-takeaways\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"border-bottom:2px solid #00c2ff; padding-bottom:5px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways\"><\/span>\n<strong>Key Takeaways<\/strong><br \/>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Late August through early October<\/strong> is the <a href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/60-day-trade-in-countdown-2026\/\">60-day trade-in countdown<\/a> sweet spot for iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, and Pixel owners.<\/li>\n<p><\/p>\n<li>Trade-in values <em>rise<\/em> in August, <em>peak<\/em> during September keynote weeks, and <em>hold<\/em> into early October before sliding.<\/li>\n<p><\/p>\n<li>Sell <strong>before<\/strong> launch events\u2014not after\u2014to avoid the post-launch value drop when used phone supply floods the market.<\/li>\n<p><\/p>\n<li>Choose your channel wisely: cash buyback for flexibility, carrier credits for headline deals, or private sale for maximum dollars.<\/li>\n<p><\/p>\n<li>Regional differences matter\u2014some states hold peak values longer, so check <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/2026-depreciation-tracker-city-maps\">city and state price maps<\/a> before you ship.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\" style=\"margin:24px 0;\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/zf-77036ee7-26e6-4b93-81eb-19010cc37793.png\" alt=\"Bar chart showing cash trade-in values for four iPhone models from Back Market US during Aug\u2013Oct 2026; highest value is 629.50 for iPhone 16 Pro Max.\" \/><figcaption style=\"font-size:16px;line-height:1.6;\">Back Market U.S. trade-in values by iPhone model during Aug\u2013Oct 2026: iPhone 16 Pro Max $629.50, iPhone 16 Pro $513, iPhone 15 Pro Max $440.50, iPhone 14 Pro Max $358.00. Source: Back Market.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"h-why-2026-demands-a-forecast-first-sell-plan\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"border-bottom:2px solid #00c2ff; padding-bottom:5px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_2026_Demands_a_Forecast-First_Sell_Plan\"><\/span>\nWhy 2026 Demands a Forecast-First Sell Plan<br \/>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Phone prices don&#8217;t move the same way in every state, or in every month. In 2026, we&#8217;re tracking several big shifts that make timing your sale more critical than ever.<\/p>\n<p>Inflation and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/2026-sell-phone-payouts\">tax refund timing<\/a> are changing when people upgrade, not just what they pay. That moves demand windows. This year&#8217;s launch stack is tight\u2014iPhone in September, Samsung promos near that same window, Pixel in late Q3 into early Q4. When events bunch up, <a href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/launch-based-sell-timing-2026\">prices swing harder and faster<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Refurbishers want certified phones with 5G-ready radios as 3G&#8217;s sunset fades into the rearview and 5G SA expands. That helps <a href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/60-day-trade-in-countdown-2026\/\">hold a solid floor<\/a> during late summer. Private sale markets can flood within weeks of launch, which <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.ecoatm.com\/cellphones-hold-their-resale-value\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">drives cash offers down<\/a> right after the big events.<\/p>\n<p>So, the <strong>best time to trade in phone 2026<\/strong> isn&#8217;t just &#8220;September.&#8221; It&#8217;s a precise 60-day plan. That plan starts August 1.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-the-gizmogrind-toolkit\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"border-bottom:2px solid #00c2ff; padding-bottom:5px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_GizmoGrind_Toolkit_AI_Timing_State_Maps_and_Channel_Checks\"><\/span>\nThe GizmoGrind Toolkit: AI Timing, State Maps, and Channel Checks<br \/>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>We built a simple system to help you hit your personal peak. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/2026-depreciation-tracker-city-maps\">AI depreciation tracker<\/a> lets you watch your phone&#8217;s curve and see the &#8220;rise, peak, drop&#8221; pattern as launch dates get close. City and state price maps show if your area leans high or low, and how long peaks last after a keynote.<\/p>\n<p>Follow our <a href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/60-day-trade-in-countdown-2026\/\">launch calendars and 60-day countdown<\/a> with weekly steps to lock value before it slips. Channel comparisons reveal how <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/carriers-vs-online-buybacks-2026\">carrier credits, online buybacks, and private sales<\/a> stack up\u2014by effort, speed, and total value.<\/p>\n<p>You&#8217;ll also see why <strong>iPhone trade-in value by month 2026<\/strong> lifts from August into October. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.backmarket.com\/en-us\/c\/iphone\/iphone-trade-in-value\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Back Market&#8217;s data<\/a> shows a steady uptick as upgrade season starts.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-the-60-day-playbook\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"border-bottom:2px solid #00c2ff; padding-bottom:5px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_60-Day_Playbook_August_1_to_Early_October\"><\/span>\nThe 60-Day Playbook: August 1 to Early October<br \/>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here&#8217;s the simple four-phase plan to <strong>beat post-launch phone value drops in 2026<\/strong>. It works across iPhone, Galaxy, and Pixel.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #00c2ff; padding-bottom:3px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Phase_1_Aug_1%E2%80%9314_%E2%80%94_Set_the_Board\"><\/span>Phase 1: Aug 1\u201314 \u2014 Set the Board<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Get three quotes: one carrier, one cash buyback (like GizmoGrind), and one private sale estimate. Start a simple <a href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/60-day-trade-in-countdown-2026\/\">tracker<\/a>. Take clear condition photos in good light and store them with date stamps.<\/p>\n<p>Check your locks\u2014turn off Find My or Google Find My Device. Note your IMEI. Dry run your timing. If you got a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/2026-sell-phone-payouts\">tax refund<\/a> this spring and peeked at quotes, set alerts now for the August rise.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #00c2ff; padding-bottom:3px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Phase_2_Aug_15%E2%80%9331_%E2%80%94_Lock_the_Pre-Launch_Bump\"><\/span>Phase 2: Aug 15\u201331 \u2014 Lock the Pre-Launch Bump<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Watch <a href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/60-day-trade-in-countdown-2026\/\">pre-launch phone trade-in bonuses<\/a> pop up. Carriers and retailers start seeding promos around now. If you plan to sell for cash, late August is prime. <a href=\"https:\/\/smartish.com\/blogs\/news\/best-time-to-buy-an-iphone\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Smartish notes<\/a> that selling 7\u201310 days before an Apple event can yield top resale.<\/p>\n<p>Back up your data. Prep a full wipe but wait to ship until your quote is locked. If your phone is a 2025 flagship, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.backmarket.com\/en-us\/c\/iphone\/iphone-trade-in-value\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">August&#8217;s demand<\/a> can be extra strong as refurbishers stock up.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #00c2ff; padding-bottom:3px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Phase_3_Sep_1%E2%80%9321_%E2%80%94_Ride_the_Keynote_Wave\"><\/span>Phase 3: Sep 1\u201321 \u2014 Ride the Keynote Wave<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Apple&#8217;s keynote window often lands in early September. Expect the iPhone 18 announcement near September 8 based on <a href=\"https:\/\/smartish.com\/blogs\/news\/best-time-to-buy-an-iphone\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">recent cycles<\/a>. Carriers like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.att.com\/deals\/phone-trade-in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AT&#038;T<\/a> run simple credits during these weeks\u2014think big headline deals like new Galaxy at $0\/mo with a qualifying trade-in and plan.<\/p>\n<p>Watch combo offers too. In 2025-style promos, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0nKQvq1q5gc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Samsung even took iPhones and Pixels<\/a> in its S-series trade-ins. 2026 is similar. Lock and ship during this window if you want the safest top price. Prices tend to hold strong into early October, then <a href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/60-day-trade-in-countdown-2026\/\">fade<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #00c2ff; padding-bottom:3px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Phase_4_Sep_22%E2%80%93Oct_7_%E2%80%94_Last_Call_Before_the_Slide\"><\/span>Phase 4: Sep 22\u2013Oct 7 \u2014 Last Call Before the Slide<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This is the last, best window. After that, new supply floods markets like Swappa, eBay, and Back Market, and prices <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.ecoatm.com\/cellphones-hold-their-resale-value\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">take a hit 2\u20134 weeks post-launch<\/a>. Pro move: hit deadlines on your quote. If your offer expires, you can get <a href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/60-day-trade-in-countdown-2026\/\">regraded lower<\/a> in October.<\/p>\n<blockquote style=\"border-left:4px solid #00c2ff; padding-left:16px; margin:20px 0; font-style:italic;\"><p>Note on November: Black Friday can bring $300+ in carrier trade-in bonuses, but values tend to lag summer peaks. Good for deal stacking. Not so great for pure resale value.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/smartish.com\/blogs\/news\/best-time-to-buy-an-iphone\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Smartish<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-model-by-model-timing\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"border-bottom:2px solid #00c2ff; padding-bottom:5px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Model-by-Model_Timing_iPhone_Galaxy_Pixel\"><\/span>\nModel-by-Model Timing: iPhone, Galaxy, Pixel<br \/>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #00c2ff; padding-bottom:3px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"iPhone_The_Keynotes_Are_Your_Friend\"><\/span>iPhone: The Keynotes Are Your Friend<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The lift begins in August, peaks around the September Apple event, and can hold into early October if promos stay hot and inventory is tight. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.backmarket.com\/en-us\/c\/iphone\/iphone-trade-in-value\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Back Market&#8217;s U.S. data<\/a> backs the pattern for iPhones, with values rising in August, peaking around keynotes in September, and holding into early October.<\/p>\n<p>Expect the iPhone 18 announcement near early September based on <a href=\"https:\/\/smartish.com\/blogs\/news\/best-time-to-buy-an-iphone\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">recent cycles<\/a>. Aim to sell 7\u201310 days before the keynote if you want the safest top. Carriers stack <strong>&#8220;best phone trade-in offers September 2026&#8221;<\/strong> here: look for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.att.com\/deals\/phone-trade-in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">bill credits<\/a>, free storage bumps, and switcher deals.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #00c2ff; padding-bottom:3px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Samsung_Galaxy_Two_Windows_Different_Vibes\"><\/span>Samsung Galaxy: Two Windows, Different Vibes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Spring micro-window: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/samsung-trade-in-value-2025\">S-series hype<\/a> in early-year launches can lift values for a short stretch. If you miss it, late August to early October rides again thanks to Apple&#8217;s cycle and Samsung&#8217;s parallel promos.<\/p>\n<p>Fold\/Flip season can shift credits, but refurbishers favor S-series for stable resale, which is why <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0nKQvq1q5gc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Samsung often gives better credits on S models<\/a>. Watch for Samsung accepting iPhones and Pixels in S26 deals\u2014it widens your options.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #00c2ff; padding-bottom:3px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Google_Pixel_Shadow_the_Late_Q3_Buzz\"><\/span>Google Pixel: Shadow the Late Q3 Buzz<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Pixel launch timing tends to land late Q3 with shelf dates into early Q4. The same August\u2013early October run-up helps Pixel sellers too\u2014especially Pixels 7\u20138\u20139 range with good condition and unlocked status. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/cross-brand-launches-resale-playbook\">cross-brand launches playbook<\/a> shows how timing tracks across brands.<\/p>\n<p>Private sale buyers love clean Pixels with strong cameras and fresh batteries. Cash buybacks love verified condition. <a href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/60-day-trade-in-countdown-2026\/\">Prep matters<\/a> either way.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-the-numbers\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"border-bottom:2px solid #00c2ff; padding-bottom:5px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Numbers_2026_Value_Pulse_from_US_Platforms\"><\/span>\nThe Numbers: 2026 Value Pulse from U.S. Platforms<br \/>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.backmarket.com\/en-us\/c\/iphone\/iphone-trade-in-value\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Back Market&#8217;s U.S. trade-in data<\/a> shows August\u2013October is action time for iPhones. Here are recent examples that map the ceiling for modern flagships:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>iPhone 16 Pro Max:<\/strong> $629.50 (Back Market U.S. trade-in examples)<\/li>\n<li><strong>iPhone 16 Pro:<\/strong> $513 (Back Market U.S. trade-in examples)<\/li>\n<li><strong>iPhone 15 Pro Max:<\/strong> $440.50 (Back Market U.S. trade-in examples)<\/li>\n<li><strong>iPhone 14 Pro Max:<\/strong> $358 (Back Market U.S. trade-in examples)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Refurbishers pay premiums in late summer as they stock pre-keynote inventory. That helps you if you sell early in the 60-day window.<\/p>\n<p>On the carrier side, you&#8217;ll see simple <strong>&#8220;$0\/mo&#8221;<\/strong> headlines with credits when you trade in a good-condition device on an eligible plan\u2014like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.att.com\/deals\/phone-trade-in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Galaxy S26 at $0\/mo<\/a> with trade-in on certain plans. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0nKQvq1q5gc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Samsung also tends to accept iPhones and Pixels<\/a> in S-series trade-in events, making it easier to switch.<\/p>\n<p>Promos spike around launch week too. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/60-day-trade-in-countdown-2026\/\">countdown tracker<\/a> flagged examples like AT&#038;T crediting up to $195 for certain high-end 2025 Pro Max models (limits apply, like up to five devices per 12 months), and Optimum Mobile offering up to $900 off iPhone 17 Pro with trade-in. Offers change fast, but the launch window timing is the constant.<\/p>\n<p>Finally, a warning: after big launches, prices can <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.ecoatm.com\/cellphones-hold-their-resale-value\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">fall hard in 2\u20134 weeks<\/a> as supply floods used marketplaces. If you wait, you risk the drop.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-regional-realities\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"border-bottom:2px solid #00c2ff; padding-bottom:5px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Regional_Realities_State-by-State_Sell_Windows\"><\/span>\nRegional Realities: State-by-State Sell Windows<br \/>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Prices do not move evenly across the U.S. Some states see peaks last longer, especially where used supply takes time to arrive or where shipping to refurbish hubs is slower.<\/p>\n<p>Start with your baseline. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/2026-depreciation-tracker-city-maps\">city and state maps<\/a> show average quotes and how long peaks hang on after keynotes. Some metros keep a &#8220;premium tail&#8221; a week or two longer. Look at last year&#8217;s pattern\u2014in 2025, we saw <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/regional-price-differences-case-study-2025\">meaningful regional differences<\/a>. Some states softened faster post-launch, while others held steady longer due to lower local supply.<\/p>\n<p>Your move if you&#8217;re in a slow-to-soften state: you might hold through keynote week and still be fine. But ship by <a href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/60-day-trade-in-countdown-2026\/\">early October<\/a> to avoid the late-October slide.<\/p>\n<p>If you want to chase <strong>state-by-state phone trade-in rates<\/strong>, remember: shipping speed, proof-of-condition photos, and lock-free status can all push you into top-tier quotes in any state. Keep your device &#8220;retail ready.&#8221;<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-channel-strategy\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"border-bottom:2px solid #00c2ff; padding-bottom:5px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Channel_Strategy_Cash_Buyback_vs_Carrier_Credits_vs_Private_Sale\"><\/span>\nChannel Strategy: Cash Buyback vs Carrier Credits vs Private Sale<br \/>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here&#8217;s the simple way to choose your best path.<\/p>\n<p>If you want <strong>cash fast, low effort:<\/strong> Go <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/carriers-vs-online-buybacks-2026\">online buyback<\/a>. Quotes are simple. Payout is quick. Flexibility is high.<\/p>\n<p>If you plan to <strong>upgrade with the same carrier<\/strong> and don&#8217;t mind bill credits: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.att.com\/deals\/phone-trade-in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Carrier trade-ins<\/a> can headline big. Read the fine print on plans, credits length, and early payoff rules.<\/p>\n<p>If you want <strong>max dollars<\/strong> and can manage listings and buyers: Try <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/carriers-vs-online-buybacks-2026\">private sale<\/a>. It can beat both\u2014but it takes work, time, and careful safety steps.<\/p>\n<p>Carrier credits can be great, but they have strings. One consumer warning making the rounds this year is about overpromised credits and confusing plan rules. It&#8217;s a good reminder to read the promo pages fully and save screenshots of your offer.<\/p>\n<blockquote style=\"border-left:4px solid #00c2ff; padding-left:16px; margin:20px 0; font-style:italic;\"><p>&#8220;to cancel this service? Bad enough your salesperson scammed me for &#8230; time. Also no discount for the supposed 1100 dollar trade in for my old phone.&#8221; \u2014 nhevy (X)<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Why is it impossible to cancel this service?  Bad enough your salesperson scammed me for insurance and this bullshit plan without even asking. Luckily I caught the insurance in time.  Also no discount for the supposed 1100 dollar trade in for my old phone. <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/uaJTphkatU\">pic.twitter.com\/uaJTphkatU<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; nhevy (@nhevy) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/nhevy\/status\/2024267957363151278?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">February 18, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #00c2ff; padding-bottom:3px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pro_Tips_for_Channel_Choice\"><\/span>Pro Tips for Channel Choice<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Stack smart.<\/strong> If Black Friday joins your plan, you can layer a trade-in with seasonal bundles. But remember, pure trade-in value is usually better <a href=\"https:\/\/smartish.com\/blogs\/news\/best-time-to-buy-an-iphone\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pre-launch than in November<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Mind lock-ins.<\/strong> Credits often stretch 24\u201336 months. Cancel early, and you could lose <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/carriers-vs-online-buybacks-2026\">remaining credits<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cash buybacks are flexible.<\/strong> No plan needed. Just value, proof, and payouts\u2014good if you want to shop unlocked or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/carriers-vs-online-buybacks-2026\">switch later<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cross-border moves?<\/strong> If you work, study, or resell across borders, check bands, region locks, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/private-sale-buyback-carrier-trade-in-2026crossborder\">customs<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-privacy-first-prep\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"border-bottom:2px solid #00c2ff; padding-bottom:5px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Privacy-First_Prep_Simple_Steps_Higher_Quotes\"><\/span>\nPrivacy-First Prep: Simple Steps, Higher Quotes<br \/>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You get the best price when your phone is clean, unlocked, and verified. Follow this checklist before you ship or hand off.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Back up your data.<\/strong> iCloud, Google, or local\u2014your choice. Then sign out everywhere.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Factory reset.<\/strong> iOS: Settings > General > Transfer or Reset. Android: Settings > System > Reset.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Remove activation locks.<\/strong> Turn off Find My iPhone or Google Find My Device.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Check the IMEI and carrier status.<\/strong> Make sure the device is not blacklisted.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Grade honestly.<\/strong> Note any scratches, OLED burn-in, battery health, or camera issues.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Keep proof\u2014take clear, dated photos of screen-on, sides, and accessories.<\/p>\n<blockquote style=\"border-left:4px solid #00c2ff; padding-left:16px; margin:20px 0; font-style:italic;\"><p>&#8220;Industry experts warn that activation lock is the number one deal-breaker for resale.&#8221;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Also, most trade-in partners (including us) do not accept iCloud-locked, blacklisted, lost\/stolen, or water-damaged devices. Remove locks and be upfront about condition to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/privacy-before-selling-phone-2026\">protect your quote<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-quick-start-kit\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"border-bottom:2px solid #00c2ff; padding-bottom:5px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quick-Start_Kit_8_Steps_to_Begin_Now\"><\/span>\nQuick-Start Kit: 8 Steps to Begin Now<br \/>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Set alerts for <strong>August 1<\/strong> on your phone calendar.<\/li>\n<li>Snap condition photos today in bright, even light.<\/li>\n<li>Compare three channels: carrier, buyback, private estimate.<\/li>\n<li>Read the plan fine print if you lean carrier credits.<\/li>\n<li>Back up and sign out of key accounts in advance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Check IMEI status and remove activation locks. Pre-print any shipping labels once you lock a quote. File your proof-of-condition photos and quote emails together.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"border-bottom:2px solid #00c2ff; padding-bottom:5px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>\nFrequently Asked Questions<br \/>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"#faq1\" style=\"color:#00c2ff !important;\"><strong>What&#8217;s the single best time to sell used phone for most money in 2026?<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\nLate August through early October. The rise starts around Aug 1, peaks during September launch weeks, and holds into early October. Prices then <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.ecoatm.com\/cellphones-hold-their-resale-value\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">fall 2\u20134 weeks after launches<\/a>. Follow the <a href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/60-day-trade-in-countdown-2026\/\">60-day countdown<\/a> to maximize value.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#faq2\" style=\"color:#00c2ff !important;\"><strong>Why do values rise before launches?<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\nBuyers rush to upgrade. Refurbishers stock up on outgoing models. Carriers drop promos. Supply is still tight right before the big on-shelf date, so <a href=\"https:\/\/www.backmarket.com\/en-us\/c\/iphone\/iphone-trade-in-value\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">prices stay strong<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#faq3\" style=\"color:#00c2ff !important;\"><strong>Do iPhone trade-in values move by month in 2026?<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\nYes. The curve lifts in August, peaks near the September keynote, and stays warm into early October. Then the floor drops. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.backmarket.com\/en-us\/c\/iphone\/iphone-trade-in-value\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Back Market&#8217;s data<\/a> backs this pattern.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#faq4\" style=\"color:#00c2ff !important;\"><strong>What about Samsung Galaxy trade-in windows 2026?<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\nThere&#8217;s an early-year <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/samsung-trade-in-value-2025\">S-series micro-window<\/a>. If you miss that, late August\u2013early October is your second chance thanks to stacked promos. Fold\/Flip has its own cycle, but <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0nKQvq1q5gc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">S-series credits tend to be stronger<\/a> due to resale dynamics.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#faq5\" style=\"color:#00c2ff !important;\"><strong>How should I time Google Pixel trade-in timing 2026?<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\nShadow late Q3 announcements. Treat August\u2013early October as your main lift, then move before mid-October. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/cross-brand-launches-resale-playbook\">cross-brand playbook<\/a> shows how Pixel timing tracks with iPhone and Galaxy.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#faq6\" style=\"color:#00c2ff !important;\"><strong>What triggers a regrade or reduced offer?<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\nMissed deadlines, a different condition than claimed, activation locks left on, or water damage not disclosed. Send <a href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/60-day-trade-in-countdown-2026\/\">proof-of-condition photos<\/a> and ship fast.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#faq7\" style=\"color:#00c2ff !important;\"><strong>Online phone buyback vs carrier trade-in\u2014how do I pick?<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\nWant cash and flexibility? Choose <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/carriers-vs-online-buybacks-2026\">buyback<\/a>. Staying on a plan and want headline credits? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.att.com\/deals\/phone-trade-in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Carrier<\/a>. Willing to do extra work for max dollars? Private sale.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#faq8\" style=\"color:#00c2ff !important;\"><strong>Are there regional phone trade-in value differences?<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\nYes. Some states hold peaks longer. Check <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/2026-depreciation-tracker-city-maps\">metro maps<\/a> and plan to ship by early October to avoid the late-month slide.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#faq9\" style=\"color:#00c2ff !important;\"><strong>How do Verizon phone trade-in value offers compare to cash buybacks?<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\nVerizon and other carriers often show big bill credits tied to plans and timelines. Cash buybacks pay direct cash with no plan lock. Compare total value, lock-in length, and your upgrade goals using our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/carriers-vs-online-buybacks-2026\">channel comparison guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#faq10\" style=\"color:#00c2ff !important;\"><strong>Is there any advantage to waiting for Black Friday?<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\nIt&#8217;s good for stacking carrier deals, not for pure resale value. The best resale values usually happen in <a href=\"https:\/\/smartish.com\/blogs\/news\/best-time-to-buy-an-iphone\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">late August through early October<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#faq11\" style=\"color:#00c2ff !important;\"><strong>Where can I see live quotes and launch dates?<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\nTrack our <a href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/60-day-trade-in-countdown-2026\/\">countdown<\/a>, model pages, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/2026-depreciation-tracker-city-maps\">regional maps<\/a> for updates, then cross-check carrier promo pages as we hit September.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-the-reporters-wrap-up\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"border-bottom:2px solid #00c2ff; padding-bottom:5px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Reporters_Wrap-Up_Beat_the_Drop_Plan_Your_60_Days\"><\/span>\nThe Reporter&#8217;s Wrap-Up: Beat the Drop. Plan Your 60 Days.<br \/>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here&#8217;s the story in one breath: the <strong>phone depreciation schedule 2026<\/strong> tilts in your favor from August 1 to early October, powered by pre-launch heat and launch-week promos. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.backmarket.com\/en-us\/c\/iphone\/iphone-trade-in-value\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">iPhone trade-in value by month 2026<\/a> climbs in August, Samsung Galaxy trade-in windows re-open around the same time, and Google Pixel trade-in timing tracks late Q3. Sell during this run to capture the lift and avoid the <a href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/60-day-trade-in-countdown-2026\/\">post-launch phone value drop 2026<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>One last nudge before we sign off:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Start a quote tracker on <strong>Aug 1<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Take condition photos <em>today<\/em>.<\/li>\n<li>Lock your plan by <strong>mid-September<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Ship by <strong>early October<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you do those four moves, you&#8217;re playing the 2026 game like a pro. And you&#8217;ll likely smile at your payout.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size:16px !important; line-height:1.5;\"><em>Citations and key sources, as used above:<\/em><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/60-day-trade-in-countdown-2026\/\">60-day trade-in countdown 2026<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.backmarket.com\/en-us\/c\/iphone\/iphone-trade-in-value\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Back Market U.S. iPhone trade-in trends<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/smartish.com\/blogs\/news\/best-time-to-buy-an-iphone\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Smartish buyer timing<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.att.com\/deals\/phone-trade-in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AT&#038;T carrier credits<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.ecoatm.com\/cellphones-hold-their-resale-value\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ecoATM post-launch depreciation<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0nKQvq1q5gc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Samsung S26 trade-in dynamics<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/2026-sell-phone-payouts\">Macro drivers 2026<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/launch-based-sell-timing-2026\">Launch-based timing playbook<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/2026-depreciation-tracker-city-maps\">City and state maps<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/samsung-trade-in-value-2025\">Samsung trade-in 2025 context<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/cross-brand-launches-resale-playbook\">Cross-brand playbook<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/regional-price-differences-case-study-2025\">Regional differences 2025<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/carriers-vs-online-buybacks-2026\">Channel comparison<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/private-sale-buyback-carrier-trade-in-2026crossborder\">Cross-border notes<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/privacy-before-selling-phone-2026\">Privacy prep checklist<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight:bold;\">Sell smart. Sell early. And make 2026 your highest trade-in year yet.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>&#8220;`<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&#8220;`html Key Takeaways Late August through early October is the 60-day trade-in countdown sweet spot for iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, and Pixel owners. Trade-in values rise in August, peak during September keynote weeks, and hold into early October before sliding. Sell before launch events\u2014not after\u2014to avoid the post-launch value drop when used phone supply floods the&hellip;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/seasonal-sell-windows-2026\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">Read More &raquo;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Seasonal Sell Windows 2026: 60-Day Plan for Top Trade-In Value<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1958202,"featured_media":4946,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_exactmetrics_skip_tracking":false,"_exactmetrics_sitenote_active":false,"_exactmetrics_sitenote_note":"","_exactmetrics_sitenote_category":0,"neve_meta_sidebar":"","neve_meta_container":"","neve_meta_enable_content_width":"","neve_meta_content_width":0,"neve_meta_title_alignment":"","neve_meta_author_avatar":"","neve_post_elements_order":"","neve_meta_disable_header":"","neve_meta_disable_footer":"","neve_meta_disable_title":"","neve_meta_reading_time":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-4947","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-trade-in-upgrade-guides"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4947","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1958202"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4947"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4947\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4949,"href":"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4947\/revisions\/4949"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/4946"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4947"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4947"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4947"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}