Test Post Two
The main reason you would consider a refurbished device is because of its attractive price point. Smartphone Innovation has slowed down and it means there are massive savings to be made by switching to buying refurbished tech! The iPhone X is still an excellent device interms of performance and it’s specification. The current price of a refurbished iPhone X in good condition is around £470. Thats a total saving of £529 off its original price point! The best part, not only is it cheaper but actually a higher specification than even the iPhone 11 in certain ways! The iPhone 11 has a LCD screen which is lower in brightness. The previous generation iPhone X has the brighter OLED screen. The same display that is found in the even more expensive iPhone 11 pro! The performance on the iPhone 11 is slightly faster on paper but real world tests show no real benefit to the consumer as the iPhone X is no slouch when it comes to performance. Most apps do not even touch the limits of its performance by any means! We use the iPhone X in this example but other models follow similar trends.
Peace of mind
A refurbished phone is a preowned device but it’s different from buying a used device from say a private sale or an online marketplace. The risks of faulty, lost or stolen devices can be higher without the correct checks being carried out. There can also be technical faults which are higher risk factors when buying used. The advantage with refurbished smartphone sellers is they preform diagnostic tests & have specialist tools to carry out these necessary checks. They also have the ability to service & repair for peace of mind. They back up purchases with a warranty and some even offer a off cooling off period. They understand the importance customer service. Ultimately they want customers to recommend them & their businesses.
Why is now the best time to buy refurbished?
Technology inside smartphones has been evolving rapidly over the past 10 years. So much has changed since 2007 when Apple launched its 1st generation iPhone. Over the past 3 years smartphone innovation has slowed drastically with most new features being offered seen by consumers as minor, not essential or gimmicky device upgrades. Consumers could not justify the high price points for these relatively small gains in performance. The past 3 years have seen consumer confidence significantly increase within the refurbished smartphone market as the price point is much more relative to the benefits being offered to upgrading their current smartphone.
Much better hardware and software!
Android or iOS? Whichever operating system your device uses I’m sure you will agree both have evolved massively over the past 4 years! Both operating systems are much more secure, faster and easier to use. Constant software updates also help with device longevity. The hardware on most devices is more powerful then the software requires presently. Popular applications such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, WhatsApp, YouTube all run with ease on devices that are now over 4 years old. Take for example the iPhone 6s, this device is now over 4 years old and still able to run Apple’s latest version of iOS -(13.1.2). The hardware is more powerful because of intense competition among manufacturers, resulting in super powerful tech capable of lasting 5 years and beyond! Parts are also more readily available for technicians to service & repair older smartphones.
Go on a sim only plan and combine it with a refurbished smartphone!
The cost of new devices has reached new heights! Manufacturers have all experienced a slump in sales as the market is more competitive & slower to reacting to upgrades! Network providers have resorted to offering up to 36month handset contracts! The cost of which works out way more expensive in the long run! Buying a device outright and getting the best value sim only can save consumers a fortune! If you were to combine a refurbished smartphone in the mix the savings are hard to believe! On average consumers save between £290-£400 by going on a sim only plan and getting a refurbished smartphone. Refurbished sellers offer trade in and part exchange services for older devices which reduces upfront costs even further.