When buying a refurbished
smartphone, there are several things you need to keep in mind. Thus, here
is a checklist to run through. If any of these listed things aren’t clear, then
you need to ask the seller before you buy.
Is the Phone Unlocked?
Smartphones that are locked to a
carrier are usually a bit cheaper, so if you are happy on your present network
provider, then opt in for a device that is locked to the same provider.
Unlocked smartphones, in contrast, are open to be used on any network.
Does the Phone Come with Any Accessories?
It is important to figure out if
the phone comes in the original box, with an original charger and cable. You
need to know if there are any extras being thrown in, such as headphones, or
screen guards. The original box is a good sign that the phone is not stolen and
accessories with it confirm that the previous owner has been taking good care
of the device and its accouterments.
Has It been Factory Reset?
Even though you are buying a
pre-owned phone, you would obviously want it to be wiped clean. Make sure that
the previous owner has removed all the personal accounts and look out for the
Factory Reset Protection (FRP) feature. If the FRP is not disabled before the
phone is sold, then,
If FRP is not disabled before the
phone is sold, then, even after a factory reset, you will be prompted to enter
the username and password for the last Google account that was registered with
the device before you can use it.
Is there Any Physical Damage?
Ideally, you’ll be able to review
a good mix of photos before you buy, but it’s worth checking whether there’s
any damage that isn’t obvious from the supplied photos. You may also want to
ask about water damage before you make your purchase.
Test Your Phone
When your new phone arrives, make
sure you test it immediately and thoroughly. Put your SIM in and check how it
works, try charging the phone, and test the headphone port. Also watch out for
any battery problems. That’s because batteries deteriorate over time and may
eventually struggle to hold a charge.
You can try a diagnostic app or
use service codes. These are readily available with a quick online search, and you
can thus test the battery, screen, and the other few tits and bits. If you find
a problem, it is better to isolate it as soon as possible. If you have a
warranty, then you can quickly make a claim. If not, you can return your phone and
claim a refund.
At JemJem, we understand the doubts customers
may have about online shopping, especially when it comes to purchasing a piece
of refurbished technology. Will the device arrive as perfect? Will it work as
it should? What if there are any issues?
Your satisfaction is our
priority. Thus, we back the reliability of our products with a 90-day warranty,
a hassle-free return policy, customer service that is ready to help you with
any of your concerns, and if any issue occurs, we make sure that our repair
service fixes it. We offer more varieties of refurbished Apple products than any
other website, and pride ourselves for having an accessible stock that is often
available at more than 50% off the retail price of the same product. In fact,
with access to the resources to retain a very healthy inventory, we supply our
customers with tens of thousands of devices per month – and, as an added bonus,
we ship free throughout the United States. Contact us today for any other
insights!
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