Press & News Apple Hiked Mac Prices. Buy a Used Mac Instead. Apple just raised MacBook and iPad prices by $100 to $300 over a memory shortage. Here is why a gently used Mac on Swappa gives you the same capability without the new-model markup.
Laptops & Computers Best Used Laptops for Work and Creative Pros (2026) The best used laptops for remote work, programming, and creative tasks: performance picks that cost far less than new. Find the right pro machine for your workload.
Laptops & Computers BIOS Locks and MDM Enrollment: Used Laptop Gotchas to Avoid Ex-corporate laptops can carry BIOS locks or MDM enrollment that lock you out completely. Here's what these locks are, why they exist, and how to check that a used laptop is fully deregistered before you pay.
Laptops & Computers Used Laptop Specs That Actually Matter Skip the spec-sheet noise. Here's the RAM, storage, and processor that actually matter when buying a used laptop in 2026. Plain-English minimums by use case so you don't over- or under-buy.
Repair & Care Warranty for Used Electronics: What’s Actually Worth It Most used electronics do not come with a manufacturer warranty. Here is what coverage actually exists, when a protection plan is worth the cost, and what to watch for in the fine print before you buy.
Repair & Care Battery Care: How to Extend Battery Lifespan Charging habits that slow lithium-ion battery degradation, optimized charging settings for iPhone, Android, and laptops, and how to know when to replace a battery instead of living with it.
Repair & Care How to Make Your Devices Last Longer Most devices fail before they need to. The right maintenance habits keep your phone, laptop, or tablet running well for years and protect its resale value when you are ready to upgrade.
Repair & Care Repair vs Replace: When Fixing Tech Is Worth It When something breaks, the fix-or-replace math is not obvious. This guide gives you a clear decision rule, a real-dollar framework, and a look at what used replacements cost on Swappa.
Repair & Care Make Your Tech Last: Care, Repair & Longevity Guide Make your devices last longer. Learn when to repair vs. replace, how to care for batteries, when a warranty pays off, and how to recycle responsibly.
Buying & Selling Guides Apple Trade-In vs. Selling Your iPhone or Mac Apple Trade In is convenient but typically pays well below resale. See the value gap for iPhone and Mac, and find out when it's worth it to sell instead.
