When buying a used phone, there are several factors that buyers need to consider. The following is a list of questions buyers need to consider. If you have any questions about these issues, ask the seller before the transaction:

 

Appropriate price

To determine your own budget for a used phone, buyers need to do some research first. It should be pointed out that the price of old models such as iPhone or Samsung will always fall with the release of new models because people usually take out their old phones and raise funds for buying new phones.

 

Is the phone on a contract period?

The price of a carrier contract phone is usually lower. If you like Verizon's service, you can purchase a Verizon contract phone. On the other hand, non-contract phone support any network.

 

Does it come with accessories?

Check if the phone has the original box, charger, and charging cable.

 

Is it reset to factory settings?

When buying a used phone, people hope that there will be no information to the original user on the phone. Make sure the previous owner has cleared all personal account information and be aware of Factory Settings Protection (FRP). This is a security feature that Google recently added to Android to prevent potential thieves. If the FRP is not turned off before the phone is sold, even if the settings are restored to the factory settings, the user will be prompted to enter the username and password of the Google account that was recently registered on the phone before use.

 

Is there physical damage?

Ideally, users can view multiple images before the transaction, but it is still worth checking whether the phone has damage that is not apparent from the picture. Before the transaction, the user also needs to ask whether the seller's mobile phone has entered the water.

 

Test your phone

After receiving the phone, you should thoroughly test the phone immediately. Insert the SIM card to make sure the phone is working properly; try charging the phone and testing the headphone jack. Pay attention to battery consumption, etc..

 

Choosing a trusted and reliable merchant is important, but it is equally important to know how to identify the authenticity and quality of the used phone. If you read the above methods carefully, I believe you will be able to buy a desirable used phone.