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Refurb: phones good idea?

shorted
shorted Posts: 31 Forumite
Hi all,
I'm considering buying a refurb phone from 02 and wondered if anyone had any previous experiiences of these deals both good and bad.
Thanks in advance.

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  • albionrovers
    albionrovers Posts: 2,028 Forumite
    Apple refurbs are fine, as new. 02 should be the same, backed up by a healthy warranty period. Check this first.

    For those tempted by Ebay:-
    Manufacturer refurbs = good.
    Seller refurbs = complete con, avoid.
  • System
    System Posts: 178,412 Community Admin
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    You may have an issue with the manufacturer if they ask for proof of purchase and notice that you didn't buy new.

    They will have a rough age from the serial number / IMEI but will normally ask for proof when close to warranty expiry period.
    shorted wrote: »
    Hi all,
    I'm considering buying a refurb phone from 02 and wondered if anyone had any previous experiiences of these deals both good and bad.
    Thanks in advance.
    This is a system account and does not represent a real person. To contact the Forum Team email forumteam@moneysavingexpert.com
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