How can one identify a refurbished smartphone phone at first glance?

[Fidelia]

Some of us make the mistakes of getting to buy refurbished smartphones at the price of new ones, simply because we can't spot the difference. And the sellers perfect the act of deceiving people into making such purchases.

Are there any hacks that can help one to identify that a particular phone he or she wants to buy is refurbished?

 

[King Belieal]

A refurbished phone doesn't have all the accessories complete insure the phone pack. Or they have generic accessories.

 

[magnus2022]

If you want to buy smartphones or any electronics, you better go to their shop or find their official partners. I bought my Samsung phone from official Samsung partner in my locality. People put themselves in trouble by buying from roadside shops.

 

[King Belieal]

If you want to buy smartphones or any electronics, you better go to their shop or find their official partners. I bought my Samsung phone from official Samsung partner in my locality. People put themselves in trouble by buying from roadside shops.

True. And I agree absolutely. It is people that look for cheap deals that get caught up in this kind of mess. Just buy your phones from recognized phone vendors outlets.

 

[freelancermaria]

The refurbished phones may not be in optimal condition and may be missing some original accessories. It is advisable to acquire from an authorized phone retailer to steer clear of refurbished phones.

 

[Fidelia]

My friend bought one smartphone from the roadside. It was tested to be working at the shop. Only for it to stop working when the guy got home. No warranty.

If you want to buy smartphones or any electronics, you better go to their shop or find their official partners. I bought my Samsung phone from official Samsung partner in my locality. People put themselves in trouble by buying from roadside shops.

 

[eLdavis]

A refurbished smartphone does not come with the phone carton, even if it does come with it, the seal would not be there.