For years, the iPhone 7 remained a staple of Best Buy’s "pre-owned" and "refurbished" sections. Even after the iPhone 11 and 12 came out, the was often sold as a "doorbuster" for under $200, serving as the go-to entry-level device for kids or seniors.

: These deals required the Verizon Device Payment plan. You paid the tax upfront, and the cost of the phone was credited back to your monthly bill over 24 months. Model Variants & Verizon Compatibility

When the launched in September 2016, it was a "refinement" year for Apple. While it looked similar to the iPhone 6s, it introduced the controversial removal of the headphone jack, the new haptic Home button, and IP67 water resistance. For Verizon customers shopping at Best Buy, the big story wasn't just the phone—it was the aggressive "Black Friday" style deals that happened right at launch. The "Free" iPhone 7 Era

The most famous "story" involving the iPhone 7 at Best Buy was the massive trade-in promotion. Verizon and Best Buy partnered to offer the iPhone 7 for "free" (via bill credits) if you traded in an iPhone 6 or 6s in good condition.

Because Verizon used CDMA technology at the time, the sold at Best Buy for Verizon was unique.

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