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Apple offers 10% off AirPods and more for Earth Day device recycling

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At a glance:

  • 10% discount on AirPods, Beats or accessories
  • Eligible devices: iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Mac
  • Promotion runs April 16‑May 16

What the promotion includes

Apple is giving a flat 10 % off select audio products—AirPods, Beats headphones and related accessories—when customers recycle an eligible device in the same transaction. The offer applies only when the recycling drop‑off and purchase happen together at a participating Apple Store, and it is valid from April 16 through May 16.

The discount is limited to the items mentioned; it does not extend to other hardware such as iPads or Macs. Customers must present the device they are recycling at checkout, and the store’s system will automatically apply the reduction to the qualifying audio product.

How recycling works

Eligible devices include any iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch or Mac that meets Apple’s condition guidelines. Once handed over, each device undergoes an initial screening; functional parts may be refurbished, while non‑usable components are routed to Apple’s advanced recycling infrastructure.

Apple’s internal recycling robots—most notably Daisy and the newer Cora system—disassemble the devices, separating rare earth metals, aluminum, and other materials for recovery. The recovered content is then fed back into Apple’s supply chain, helping the company meet its sustainability targets.

Environmental context

The discount program was announced alongside Apple’s annual Environmental Progress Report, which highlighted that a record 30 % of the material in all products shipped in 2025 came from recycled sources. This marks a significant step up from previous years and aligns with the company’s broader carbon‑neutral goals for its entire product line by 2030.

By tying a tangible consumer incentive to its recycling loop, Apple hopes to boost participation rates during the Earth Day period and reinforce the message that responsible device disposal can directly benefit shoppers. Analysts see the move as both a marketing push and a practical step toward the company’s long‑term circular‑economy strategy.

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FAQ

Which devices are eligible for the 10% discount?
Customers can receive the discount by recycling any eligible iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch or Mac. The device must be accepted during the same transaction in which the AirPods, Beats or accessory is purchased.
How is the discount applied at the store?
When you hand over the qualifying device at the checkout, the store’s system verifies eligibility and automatically applies a 10% reduction to the selected audio product. The discount is only valid for the purchase made in that same transaction.
What happens to the recycled devices?
Apple screens each device; functional parts may be refurbished, while the rest is sent to its Daisy and Cora recycling systems. These robots disassemble the hardware, recover valuable materials, and feed them back into Apple’s supply chain, supporting its goal of 30% recycled content in 2025 products.

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