It’s a sign of thebooming market for used tech gear.
In 2022, 5G made up 13% of global refurbished sales."
He said that refurbished equipment is often significantly cheaper than new equipment, which can help you save money.
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Don’t worry about getting old, broken gadgets when buying a refurbished model, Morgan said.
A brand-new smartphonegenerates an average of 187 poundsin emissions in its first year of use.
While the savings may be significant, buying refurbished equipment has disadvantages.
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For one thing, it’s possible for you to’t always count on getting exactly what you want.
“Refurbished models, on the other hand, are readily available most of the time.”
There’s also the potential for hidden defects.
Refurbished equipment is thoroughly tested and repaired to ensure that it meets the same quality standards as new equipment… Refurbished phones sometimes come with an unpleasant surprise.
After a carrier blocks the phone, it can’t be activated.
