Buying A Refurbished Phone: The Pros And Cons
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Buying A Refurbished Phone: The Pros and Cons

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by Alex Noah — 1 year ago in Gadgets 2 min. read
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A quality smartphone can set you back a significant amount of money. Indeed, the latest phones regularly cost over £1000 if you’re buying a new device – and that’s before you factor in your contract or sim card costs. However, if you want a quality phone without paying such a high amount, you could consider buying a refurbished phone. Below, we explore the pros and cons.

What is A Refurbished Phone?

A refurbished phone isn’t just your normal second-hand phone. This is a handset that’s been sent to the manufacturer or to a second-hand seller to be repaired and cleaned, before being sold. Usually, someone will sell their phone here when they’re looking for an upgrade. As a result, when you buy a refurbished phone, there’ll be no trace of the previous user and you’ll receive your handset in a fresh box with a warranty. By searching for refurbished iPhones online, you can purchase a fully-functional iPhone for a much lower cost than the new retail price.

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Pros

The main benefit of this is the cost. You’ll be getting a superb phone at a much lower price than you’d expect if you bought a new handset. Plus, as the phone has been checked and repaired by a professional, you can be sure that there won’t be any frustrating faults. On top of this, you’ll be given a warranty to protect you in the rare scenario where your refurbished phone quickly deteriorates. Aside from personal benefits, refurbished phones are also better for the environment as they don’t necessitate the production of new materials. If you care about sustainability, then a refurbished phone could be the right option for you.



Cons

On the other hand, there are some downsides compared to a new phone. For a start, no matter how thorough the refurbishment job has been, there will likely be small scuff marks or grazes on the phone – it won’t be brand new. Beyond this, your warranty will also be shorter than that of a new phone. If you want a refurbished phone to last for a long time, then you’ll need to look after it. Buying a refurbished phone can bring you many benefits. You’ll be able to get some quality tech at a low price, all while doing your bit to become more sustainable.

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Alex is senior editor of The Next Tech. He studied International Communication Management at the Hague University of Applied Sciences.

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