What to Consider When Buying a Refurbished iPhone

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What to Consider When Buying a Refurbished iPhone
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What is Refurbished Phone?

• Refurbished phones are basically those mobile
  phones which are returned to the seller because
  of some manufacturing and functioning defect,
  then it is taken back by seller and than these
  electronics or items are repaired again under
  full quality check with best industrial standards
  and sold again.
• Refurbished phones are very economical as compare
  to brand new phones.

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What to Consider When Buying a Refurbished iPhone

• Everyone wants an iPhone, but they aren't cheap.
  It's very rare for the iPhone to go on sale. If
  you want to get one without paying full price,
  buying a used iPhone may be your best bet.
• Used or refurbished iPhones will save you some
  cash, but are the tradeoffs worth it? If youre
  considering buying a used iPhone, here are 8
  things you need to take check before buying and
  some suggestions for where to find a bargain.

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What to Consider When Buying a Refurbished iPhone

• 1. Get the Right Phone For Your Carrier
• Generally speaking, every iPhone model starting
  with the iPhone 5 will work on all phone company
  networks. It's important to know, though, that
  ATT's network uses an extra LTE signal that the
  others don't, which can mean faster service in
  some places. So, if you buy an iPhone that was
  designed for use with Verizon and bring it to
  ATT, you may not be able to access that other
  LTE signal. Ask the seller for the iPhone's model
  number (it will be something like A1633 or A1688)
  and check it to make sure it's well-suited to
  your carrier.

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• 2. Warranty from Manufacturer or Provider
• Inquire about a warranty from the manufacturer or
  retailer who sold you the phone. Some retailers
  extend the warranty to a refurbished phone and
  some do not. Phones endure bumps, bruises, jolts,
  and even drops into water. Should the refurbished
  phone be a victim of such abuse, you want to be
  able to have reassurance that the parts, either
  repaired or replaced, will still be covered by
  the manufacturer. If the refurbished phone does
  not include a warranty, you may want to
  reconsider purchase.

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• 3. Make Sure The Phone Isn't Stolen
• When buying a used iPhone you definitely don't
  want to buy a stolen phone.
• Apple prevents stolen iPhones from being
  activated by new users with its Activation Lock
  tool. The company used to offer a simple website
  for checking Activation Lock status, but recently
  removed it, making it harder to determine if a
  used phone is stolen. But there's still at least
  one (somewhat complicated) way to do it

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• 3. Make Sure The Phone Isn't Stolen
• Go to https//getsupport.apple.com
• Select iPhone
• Select Battery, Power Charging
• Select Unable to Power On
• Select Send in for Repair
• Enter the phone's IMEI/MEID number in the third
  box. The seller can give you the IMEI/MEID number
  or you can find it on the phone in Settings -gt
  General -gt About.
• While checking this won't cover every single
  phone or possible theft scenario, it's useful
  information.

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• 4. Checkout the Price
• A refurbished phone should be less expensive than
  a new phone. If you are finding that the
  refurbished phone is priced the same as new
  phones of the same model, you should reconsider
  your purchase. Refurbished phones are previously
  used and have been refurbished to replace
  non-working parts, repair malfunctions, or clear
  the memory. Likewise, if a refurbished phone
  seems to be priced too low, the purchase may be
  too good to be true. A phone that is priced too
  low may not function properly, or may not have
  ever been refurbished.

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• 5. Locked or Unlocked
• Check before making a purchase to ensure that the
  refurbished phone will work with your provider.
  If a phone is locked, it will only work with a
  specific provider. If a phone is unlocked, it
  will work with any provider. It is important to
  note that you may have to purchase a SIM to
  operate the phone if you no longer have a SIM or
  if the refurbished phone is in addition to your
  current cell phone. Also, there are phones that
  may not work with certain networks, depending on
  the provider. It is a good idea to check with
  your provider to ensure that there will be not be
  problems activating the phone after purchase.
  Your current provider will also be able to
  confirm which models will work with their network.

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• 6.  Check the Battery
• Check before making a purchase to ensure that the
  refurbished phone will work with your provider.
  If a phone is locked, it will only work with a
  specific provider. If a phone is unlocked, it
  will work with any provider. It is important to
  note that you may have to purchase a SIM to
  operate the phone if you no longer have a SIM or
  if the refurbished phone is in addition to your
  current cell phone. Also, there are phones that
  may not work with certain networks, depending on
  the provider. It is a good idea to check with
  your provider to ensure that there will be not be
  problems activating the phone after purchase.
  Your current provider will also be able to
  confirm which models will work with their network.

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• 7.  Model History
• Some cell phone models may be known to have
  specific mechanical problems or operating issues
  that persist even after refurbishing. Research
  the model's overall performance before you
  purchase. Problems with the phone may be
  attributed to a bad design or operating system
  failure. The more information that you can gather
  about a specific phone model, the more you will
  be aware of any malfunctions that you may
  encounter with use. Be aware that updates to the
  phone may not work with your refurbished model,
  as it may not utilize the most recent operating
  system with the proper bug fixes and updates.
  This is another aspect to consider when comparing
  various models for purchase.

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• 8.  Return Policy
• Before purchasing a refurbished phone, check on
  the dealer's return policy. If no returns are
  allowed, you need to be cautious about the
  purchase. Any retailer who is selling a
  refurbished phone should extend a return policy,
  the same as if the phone was purchased new. Be
  wary of any seller who will not accept the return
  of a refurbished phone.

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