The new smartphone is quite expensive now. Uncertainty in global trade and US President Donald Trump's tariff policies are expected to rise further.
In this situation, many people are turning to buy old or secondhand phones to save money.
UK -based research firm CCS Insight said the mobile phone market used is now growing faster than the new phone market. With the arrival of new models every year, many people sell or exchange old phones, but most of them are still useful.
Why secondhand phones are popular
For those who want to save the budget, re -built phones can be a good alternative. These phones are cheaper from 5 percent to 5 percent than new. Now they are available with warranties, installments and after -sales service.
Where to find reliable secondhand phones
According to CCS Insight, Apple has occupied about 5 percent of the worldwide secondhand phone market, followed by Samsung (5 percent). The rest is in Xiaomi and other Chinese brands.
However, there is also the possibility of cheating while shopping online. So it is important to choose trusted sellers and websites.
You can use some special platforms such as gadgets, back markets, sappa, or e-the. Big retailer bestboys, Amazon or mobile operators also sell refurbished phones. These devices are even available on their own website in Apple and Samsung.
Apple and Samsung's refurbished phones are usually tested through their own technicians. As a result, the reliability is high, but the price can be relatively high.
Refurbish vs. used phone
The refurbished phone is usually tested completely by erasing data and the damaged part is changed.
On the other hand, used phones can mean phones that are being sold directly at the individual level – such as a Facebook marketplace. Although these phones are relatively cheap, there is no guarantee or repair guarantee.
Battery and value verification
Battery is not new on all refurbished phones. Many times the battery capacity is 5 percent, that is guaranteed. However, Apple and Samsung provide new batteries, new boxes and one -year warranty on their refurbished devices.
Each seller uses its own standard rating system – like “Good, Very Good, Like New” etc. However, these values are not the same, so it is necessary to compare grades of different sites.
Buying no phone is the most wise thing to buy
CCS Insight Vice President Simon Bryant suggests that three generations are best to buy old phones. Five or six generations are often closed to open the operating system on old phones.
Check phone steal or blacklist
Most of the platforms take action to prevent stolen phones. By verifying the IMEI number of the phone, you can confirm that the phone is not blacklisted.
Other warning
- Verify whether the water entered the phone (there is a guide on the Apple and Samsung websites).
- The charger or earphone may not always be included, so keep a separate budget.
- Be careful if the price seems too low – they can be a trap of cheating.
If you are looking for a good phone in the budget, the secondhand or referbish device can be wise. But before buying, check the history of the seller, warranty, battery status and device – then you can safely get your favorite smartphone at affordable prices.
