Next we will review some very important aspects to take into account if we are thinking of buying a second-hand iPhone or iPad.
Sales of second-hand phones have been on the rise in recent months, and it's always good to consider a few things before buying a second-hand Apple value product.
Anyway, if you want to bet on insurance, on Amazon you will find many models of iPad or iPhone reconditioned with full guarantee:
Physical state of the iPhone or iPad
Many salespeople want to get their devices because they have any defect, either due to a bump, scratch or fall. It is important to bear in mind that if the device has suffered a fall, although it appears to be fine, internal damage and we can keep our magnificent iPhone or iPad spoiled and without our money. Before buying, check with a magnifying glass, frames, screen, borders, loading area, button functionality, etc.
IOS device functionality status.
Before paying, experiment always all the operation, light sensors, microphone, speakers, touch screen, camera. It is important that you check all these aspects since the failure of some of them may not be covered by the a and you will have to make another payment of money for your reparación.
ICloud lock.
That nobody cheat if they want to sell you a iPhone or iPad in which they tell you that it is only locked by iCloud. They will surely give you a price so tempting that you end up paying without knowing what you just did. A iPhone or iPad locked by iCloud totally useless. This blocking is derived from thefts, phones found. If you buy a device iOS blocked by iCloud you will have made an expense in vain.
Blocking by iCloud, speaking in non-technical words, it is a specific block that has Apple Lossless Audio CODEC (ALAC), on devices iOS that allows the original user lock the device in case of theft or loss. That is to say, only the original user You can request to remove that lock from the device. Either setting your account iCloud on the device when it asks for it at startup or by carrying out the pertinent steps with Apple Lossless Audio CODEC (ALAC),. So this aspect is one of the most important when buying a second-hand iPhone or iPad. Don't buy a device locked by iCloud unless you want a paperweight of the Apple.
Network lock
Many iPhone that are sold has a network lock. What does this mean? Very simple, with this lock you can only work with the Company SIM with which it has been acquired as for example movistar, orange ...
You have to look carefully since sometimes the price of being able to free these phones to use them with any SIMs. it can be somewhat expensive.
Box and accessories
All devices Apple Lossless Audio CODEC (ALAC), come with their box and accessories when buying new. Therefore it is another interesting aspect to consider. It is preferable to pay a little more to have all your original accessories. With the box you can also check the number of IMEI.
Seller
As a general rule, sellers usually have nothing to hide from their devices. Try to always get the bill of the phone so that you have total peace of mind of the transaction. If the seller is in a rush to sell the device, carefully analyze the situation. The quick sales can be a nest of problems.
It is clear that with the times everyone wants to save some money, but there is also the other side. People trying to take advantage of this situation. The best option when buying any device is a physical store, but since the problem is the price, if you have to resort to the option to buy from second handKeep the above tips in mind. Don't be in a rush while you are looking at the phone. Be cautious and always go with someone. Never go on a date like this alone and much less if it is somewhere unknown.
Try to stay in public places where there is enough passage of people.
And as the best and last advice, if you can, take someone with you who is involved in telephony and computing issues.
If you need any advice or have any questions I will be happy to answer your comments.
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