Hi everyone,
Refurbished handsets are often offered as a replacement for lost, stolen or damaged devices by insurance companies and they seem to get a mixed reception, with some expecting a brand new device as a replacement an others perfectly happy with a refurbished device.
Some of the stated positives are that the are cheaper then new devices while offering a similar performance to new devices. They are much more environmentally friendly and help to reduce electronic waste which is a growing problem in the digital age.
Refurbished handsets are professionally checked, cleaned, and repaired, unlike second-hand devices and usually come with a warranty with a similar duration to new tech.
On the negative side they can sometimes arrive with small cosmetic imperfections, battery life can be inconsistent and they often don't come with the usual accessories that you get with a new device.
Personally I've had a few refurbished phones over the years and I've been happy with the quality. We'd love to hear your opinions on refurbished devices, have you had one in the past and was your experience good or bad? Do you have a strong opposition to having a replacement device not being a new device or are you just happy to get back online and in contact with friends and family?
Refurbished handsets are often offered as a replacement for lost, stolen or damaged devices by insurance companies and they seem to get a mixed reception, with some expecting a brand new device as a replacement an others perfectly happy with a refurbished device.
Some of the stated positives are that the are cheaper then new devices while offering a similar performance to new devices. They are much more environmentally friendly and help to reduce electronic waste which is a growing problem in the digital age.
Refurbished handsets are professionally checked, cleaned, and repaired, unlike second-hand devices and usually come with a warranty with a similar duration to new tech.
On the negative side they can sometimes arrive with small cosmetic imperfections, battery life can be inconsistent and they often don't come with the usual accessories that you get with a new device.
Personally I've had a few refurbished phones over the years and I've been happy with the quality. We'd love to hear your opinions on refurbished devices, have you had one in the past and was your experience good or bad? Do you have a strong opposition to having a replacement device not being a new device or are you just happy to get back online and in contact with friends and family?
