Many stores sell phone models with the phrase “like new” attached to the product name. In this article we will talk about official restoration. Some questions and doubts arise - should I buy a refurbished iPhone 7 or not? The correct answer is of course buy it. Having purchased this model, you save enough Money. Those who are wondering whether it is worth making such a purchase can purchase new phone in the cabin cellular communication and don’t worry about whether you did the right thing or not. Users who may be interested to know detailed information about refurbished phones by Apple, we suggest reading this article.

How does iPhone 7 appear “like new” and what is it?

Briefly, the designation of this phrase is as follows: an iPhone 7 that has already been in use. You shouldn’t immediately perceive negatively “What!? This is a used smartphone. Situations can be different and here is an example of one of them:
1. A person comes to the salon and purchases his brand new iPhone 7. We will not go into details of colors and memory capacity.
2. After purchasing the product, the smartphone’s speaker, charger connector and many other reasons do not work. This is called a defective product.
3. When contacting a service center under warranty, if the defect is considered “factory”, they will issue another device. (Informative information: they are replacing him with the same smartphone that we will talk about in the article - a refurbished one).
4. The Apple factory receives a defective phone, repairs it, replaces the parts that didn't work, and puts it in a new box with other new headphones and a run-of-the-mill device. The “like new” phone is back on sale on store shelves.

When purchasing such a gadget, you are purchasing a brand new iPhone 7, since it necessarily changes:

1. Model body and display glass.
2. Cables and connectors.
3. Accumulator battery completely replaced.
4. All defects have been eliminated of this product, which was defective. This is a huge plus.

Work was done once again on the components of the phone, which worked and did not arouse suspicion when assembled. All diagnostics are performed in the same place where new iPhones are assembled at the Apple factory.

Warranties and models available for sale in Russia.

Today, in Russia the official sales are iPhone 5S 16 gb refurbished, 5C, iPhone 6, 6S and iPhone 7. Previously, these models came with 32 or 64 GB, but when restored at the Apple factory, the program extends up to 16 GB. Know!
In the spring of 2017, iPhones 7 plus with 64 GB and 128, officially restored, were imported into the Russian Federation. They are sold by Apple partners. not very overpriced, this factor is very pleasing. Therefore, if you want to save money when buying an iPhone 7, then don’t even think about it - buy it. A warranty card is required when making a purchase. As on regular iPhone, its term is exactly one year.

Distinctive features of a new gadget from a refurbished iPhone and how to check a refurbished iPhone before buying - what exactly to look for

Appearance A smartphone, unfortunately, cannot help you with this difference. There will be two completely identical gadgets.

To prevent you from being deceived and purchasing a refurbished phone under the guise of a new one, you need to know some points:
1. When buying a phone, take a look at the box. The iPhone, which has a “like new” coating without a smartphone painted on the front side, is all white. Only letter designations will be indicated on the white box.

2. The series number is indicated on the packaging, as well as on the iPhone itself. They must match.
3. We check the phone using the website and IMEL for activation. Naturally, it should not be activated.
4. There are three important letters that appear on the back of the RFB box. They mean that the phone has been restored.

I hope our facts have led you to the conclusion that buying such phones is not scary. If you look at the difference in prices from the outside, a new phone will cost about 15,000-20,000 rubles more. And this is not economical and unprofitable. It is better to make such purchases from those companies that cooperate with Apple. There are a large number of them, for example, M. Video or Svyaznoy. In addition, you can find similar gadgets on various message boards, for example, buy a refurbished iPhone on Avito. Prices there are even cheaper than at Apple partner stores. But the quality of your iPhone will be slightly worse.

Here are some of the features of the “diseases” of restored iPhones on Avito:

• The speaker creates a certain hiss when talking (be sure to check before purchasing!)
• The screen may not fit tightly (not completely) into the housing. Don't forget to check it out. Usually visible "by eye"
• Don't forget to check wi-fi and fingerprint functionality.
• Connect your iPhone to the charger and check if it charges.
• Don't forget to check your phone cameras (both external and front)
• Press HOME button. In some models it is often pressed in too much.
• Don't forget to check the screen and case - press in different places - if there is a creak, ask to replace the model.

Our opinion: Apple has made a great opportunity for many to purchase their products and save their money at the same time. After all, everyone’s family budget is completely different.

It is quite natural that when planning to buy an iPhone for ourselves or as a gift, we are looking for the most favorable offer. The current state of the market has made this much more difficult. Many still cannot wrap their heads around the fact that a two-year-old iPhone model 5s costs 35 thousand rubles. I paid the same amount for this smartphone 2 years ago when it was the best smartphone from Apple. Finding a good deal may lead you to buy a refurbished iPhone, and if you're considering it, you'll want to be very careful.

It doesn't cost anything to find it in a store in your city. They are sold in large chains and official reseller stores. You will find a huge number of advertisements on Avito. Even Yandex Market, a platform where the placement of used goods is prohibited, is filled with offers of refurbished iPhones. And there would be nothing wrong with buying such a smartphone if they were all restored by Apple, but this is not the case. There are much lesser-known organizations that willingly restore and sell iPhones. Their products are not at all what you expect to buy.

The main difference between official refurbished iPhones and those that can be ordered from China lies in the components. A refurbished iPhone is a smartphone with a new body, a new screen, a new battery and other components, and only Apple uses original components. A smartphone restored in China is a board, wrapped in an inexpensive non-original case, and covered with the same non-original display.

Another important difference lies in responsibility. If Apple cannot lose face and sell you a large number of defective devices, a master from China, instead of checking the quality of his work, would rather assemble two more such iPhones in the same time. Now I will tell you about all this in a little more detail, and you will learn what you should first pay attention to when buying.

Where are you going to buy an iPhone?

Do you want to buy an iPhone and the price seems tempting to you? Who is offering you this price? Most likely, in the stores of the Svyaznoy, M.Video chains or from one of the official Apple resellers, you will buy either a completely new iPhone or an official refurbished iPhone. The price tag may include the words “like new,” designed specifically to avoid scaring buyers with the word “refurbished,” or, worse, the phrase “used.” In other words, you can trust large retail chains. They, like Apple, will try not to lose face.

If you are planning to buy an iPhone in a hardware store, a consignment store, or if you just found an iPhone at a good price on Avito, you should be extremely careful. They may not just sell you an iPhone refurbished in China, which will come in a neatly sealed box. Some sellers may simply not mention that it is refurbished and sell it as new. We'll talk about refurbished iPhones and unofficial refurbished iPhones below.

Package

Official refurbished iPhones are sold in white boxes without a picture of the smartphone. All they have is the name of the device model, for example “iPhone 5s”, and the inscription “Apple Certified Pre-Owned”, confirming the fact that the device inside is not a new one, refurbished by Apple.

Unofficial refurbished iPhones are also sold in sealed boxes, and these boxes are an exact replica of the packaging of the new iPhone. You will not find any information on the packaging that the device is refurbished. Experienced store workers will be able to understand that the packaging is not original in terms of paint quality and fonts, but even serial number device will most likely match what is printed on the packaging. Skilled craftsmen spare no time and effort for this.

In the box with your new iPhone and official refurbished iPhone you will find the original headphones, charger and charging cable. We all know how well EarPods play, and how long the original charger can last with careful use.

When you open a box of a refurbished iPhone from China, you'll see everything the same, but it just looks the same. The kit includes the most cheap copy headphones, and exactly the same non-original charger. From my experience I can say that more than half of the complete chargers do not work, and the rest fail within the first two weeks, or simply fall apart in your hands the first time you try to use them. You will, of course, receive a key for removing the SIM card, which is by no means made of “liquid metal,” but you most likely will not get stickers with apples.

Appearance of the device

As I wrote above, to restore an iPhone, Apple uses only original components, which means that neither in appearance, nor in feel, nor in any other way does an official restored iPhone differ from a brand new one. It really is “like new”. Have you bought this smartphone? Enjoy it and know that it was a good purchase.

With unofficial refurbished iPhones, things are much worse. Out of the box you will get a smartphone that is assembled from non-original spare parts. Even though the IMEI of the device is carefully engraved on the case, an experienced store employee or service center distinguish a non-original case by touch and with your eyes closed. It is much more difficult for a less experienced user, and he may not suspect anything, although in fact, even the font in which the word “iPhone” is written on the back of the device is different.

The non-original case is perfectly complemented by a non-original screen. Front-camera may be displaced, the holes for sensors on the glass may be very noticeable in purple, and of course, no one promises you the original brightness and color rendition. Also pay attention to the connectors and bolts. All this is assembled in China, and developed there, and not at all in California. Since low quality spare parts are used, they are more susceptible to wear. The paint on the body will quickly peel off, and the glass will become stained and scratched; it has completely different qualities compared to the original one.

But the worst thing lies inside

I admire the skills of Chinese phone repairers. The speed at which they work is reminiscent of experienced chefs who prepare shawarma from morning to evening. Unfortunately, in the first case, their haste comes at the expense of quality. It seems that it is really faster and easier for a technician to replace all the components in a smartphone than to figure out which one is not working. And as I wrote above, instead of checking his work, the technician would rather restore a couple more iPhones. This makes it really scary to look inside unofficial refurbished iPhones.

I saw amazing pictures. When you disassemble an iPhone that looks brand new from the outside, you don't expect to see a circuit board whose components are hidden under a layer of rust. It's good if they are all in place. An unofficial refurbished iPhone may contain significantly fewer parts than originally intended.

Unfortunately, these are not fairy tales. Even if everything works in such a smartphone now, most likely it won’t last long. Serious illnesses can appear from a simple shake, and something in a smartphone can fail, such as Wi-Fi or a modem. The build quality also matters. The battery can peel off from the case and dangle inside, and this is the most harmless thing that can happen.

In other words, the unofficial restored iPhone is full surprises, and this is not at all what you would like to surprise yourself or your loved ones with. The number of defects among such iPhones is huge. Perhaps many of them break on the way to the display case, while others were never in good working order. Let me briefly add that you will not see anything like this in an official refurbished iPhone.

Prices

What’s most interesting is that prices for official refurbished iPhones and bad smartphones from China may differ quite a bit, or not differ at all. They will be cheaper than new devices, which is what attracts them. Remember that if you suddenly find an iPhone much cheaper than in all stores, most likely it is refurbished. If miracles do happen, it’s definitely not in a store where the iPhone 5s costs less than 27 thousand rubles. Also be aware of dishonest sellers who may sell you a refurbished iPhone under the guise of a new one.

Important Details

There are a few more details to keep in mind. Remember that the iPhone 4s came out in 2011. In 2012 after iPhone release 5, last year's model became available only with a memory capacity of 8 gigabytes. In 2013, when the iPhone 5s and iPhone 5c appeared, the iPhone 5 was simply discontinued. Remember this when you are offered to buy the “new” iPhone 4s 16GB and iPhone 5. These smartphones have not been produced for 2-3 years, they cannot be new. Also, when purchasing a refurbished iPhone 5s, you must remember that only the A1457 and A1530 models in Russia will have LTE. Most unofficial refurbished iPhone 5s do not support our network frequencies fourth generation.

I hope this material will be useful to you and help you complete successful purchase, or avoid mistakes. Remember that iPhone is designed to make our lives easier. Be careful, and then you will be able to do without unnecessary difficulties.

Even before appearing in selling iPhone 7 made a lot of noise and in absentia became desirable for millions of people. Unfortunately, many dreamers will not be able to afford to buy this smartphone due to unrealistic prices. A refurbished iPhone 7 costs much less than a new one and there is essentially no difference. When purchasing you receive original phone in new packaging, in a new case, original headphones and charger included. When ordering this model - free delivery and protective glass For a present. You can buy the dream of millions right now.

Why is there such a noticeable difference in price? The restored iPhone 7 already had an owner - the device cannot be called new. It's just an Apple smartphone with original components. You will be the first owner of the new device. Whether this advantage is worth the significant overpayment - decide for yourself.

The risks when buying a refurbished iPhone are exactly the same as in the case of a new one. The defect rate is minimal. In large stores, refurbished Apple smartphones are sold at discounted prices and are positioned “like new.”

Advantages of buying iPhone 7 in our store.

You can order iPhone 7 with delivery right now! Our company offers customers 5 advantages: 12 month warranty, various design options, original smartphones, refurbished at Apple factories, favorable prices, various ways payment.

Our online store complies with the Law on Consumer Rights. Within two weeks, the buyer has the right to return the purchased iPhone 7 to us without explaining the reason for his decision. In this case, the funds spent on the smartphone are returned to the client in full.

Do you want to order an iPhone 7, but the cost of this smartphone seems too high to you? Take advantage of the offer from our online store - buy the restored version! Place your order in a couple of minutes and become the owner of the original iPhone 7 - one of the most stylish, reliable, and productive smartphones our time!

Why such a low price?

The iPhone models sold in our store are Refurbished smartphones (translated from English as Refurbished) and they are also called “Like New”.

What does “Like New” or “Refurbished” iPhone mean?

A refurbished iPhone is a used smartphone that has been restored at the factory. Namely: the case, screen and other necessary spare parts were replaced. Afterwards, “Updated” it was packed in a new box, equipped with a new charger and headphones and put on sale.

Unjustifiably high prices on Apple smartphones are causing many to refuse to purchase them. But there is a way out! Buy a refurbished iPhone! ORIGINAL, verified by IMEI number, looks like a completely new phone and costs much less.

Buying a refurbished iPhone is a real chance to save up to 80% of the cost of a new device! You receive a fully functional device, complete kit (headphones and charger) and documents for the device.

At the time of buying iPhone smartphone 7 Plus from Apple, the issue of saving worries many people. There are two ways to solve this problem: find a discount coupon or buy a refurbished iPhone 7 plus - in the latter case, your benefit can reach up to 50% more! These are absolutely real numbers! You get a practically new phone which: sealed in a new box, has new building, new headphones and charger included. Verified by IMAI number.

Why are new Apple smartphones so much more expensive? The restored iPhone already had an owner who had been using it for some time. The owner returned his iPhone 7 Plus under warranty and received a new one. The manufacturer replaced the failed part: speaker, power controller, cable, IR sensor or any other - this does not matter of great importance. After this, the working iPhone was put back on sale. In technical terms, a refurbished phone is no different from a new one. In a new case, new headset and charger, sealed in a box, one year warranty and two weeks for exchange.

The advantages of purchasing the 7 Plus model at a favorable price in our store.

Our company offers refurbished Apple smartphones with a 1-year warranty. The iPhone 7 Plus presented in the assortment is no different from the new ones: the phones work perfectly, there are no defects on the surface of the case or glass. At first glance there is no difference between them

The iPhones were refurbished at Apple factories. All models are equipped with original components. The defect rate is minimal, just like when buying a new iPhone 7 Plus. You can return the purchased phone for absolutely any reason within 2 weeks from the date of purchase.

Our online store offers various payment methods. Customers have the opportunity to pick up the purchased iPhone 7 Plus themselves or order delivery. Do you want to buy a smartphone that replaces a wide range of devices and gives positive emotions every day? Then order a refurbished iPhone 7 Plus in our online store!

Why such a low price?

The iPhone models sold in our store are Refurbished smartphones (translated from English as Refurbished) and they are also called “Like New”.

What does “Like New” or “Refurbished” iPhone mean?

A refurbished iPhone is a used smartphone that has been restored at the factory. Namely: the case, screen and other necessary spare parts were replaced. Afterwards, “Updated” it was packed in a new box, equipped with a new charger and headphones and put on sale.

Unjustifiably high prices for Apple smartphones make many people refuse to buy them. But there is a way out! Buy a refurbished iPhone! ORIGINAL, verified by IMEI number, looks like a completely new phone and costs much less.

Buying a refurbished iPhone is a real chance to save up to 80% of the cost of a new device! You receive a fully functional device, complete kit (headphones and charger) and documents for the device.

More recently, the iPhone 7 appeared in stores and connoisseurs of Apple products began to buy new models. Several months passed and iPhones marked “Like New” appeared in the catalogs of popular online stores. Many users don't understand what this means.

It should be noted that the cost of such devices is practically no different from gadgets that have just gone on sale. Before purchasing 7, you need to understand what it is.

What does a refurbished iPhone 7 mean?

Many users believe that a refurbished phone is a device that has been repaired. Actually this is not true. Some devices, including iPhones, have manufacturing defects. After identifying deficiencies, Apple employees fix them and then put them back up for sale.

On websites you can see the “Refurbished” mark next to the selected phone. Yabloko employees understand that the phone has been slightly redesigned, which means they need to make a discount on it. Unfortunately, resellers do not want to lose profits, so they often pass off “almost new” devices as new iPhones 7.

How to distinguish a refurbished iPhone from a new one by IMEI?

In order not to purchase a refurbished iPhone 7 at the price of a new gadget, you need to learn to spot the differences. One of the best ways A way to find out whether the gadget has been restored is to check the device by IMEI.

Such a check can be performed using services such as:

• iphoneimei.info.

Both resources are in English. It doesn't matter which method you decide to use, as long as the result is important. It should be noted that it is impossible to 100% know that the phone was restored, but based on the data obtained, conclusions can be drawn.

Service "imeidata.net"

When will it load home page resource, in the “IMEI No e.g.” field You must enter the IMEI code of your device. This code you can see:

1. On the package.
2. Through the iTunes program.
3. IN iPhone settings 7.

After entering the code, you need to check the box next to the “I am not a robot” field, and then click on the “Check” button.

After 3 seconds, information about the smartphone will appear. Based on the information provided, it is difficult to understand whether the gadget was being restored.

For detailed information, click on the “Free Check Now” link. After this it will be displayed Additional Information. Thanks to the service, you can find out whether your smartphone has been stolen or lost. To get a complete picture, it is recommended to use additional services.

Service "iphoneimei.info"

After loading the web page, a form will appear in which you need to indicate the IMEI of your iPhone, and then click on the arrow.

Searching for information about an iPhone 7 or another gadget model takes 10-15 seconds. Once the search is complete, a table with detailed information will appear.

To understand whether a device is new or almost new, you need to analyze points such as:

• The color of the iPhone 7, which is written in the header. If it differs from what the seller shows you, then the gadget’s case has been replaced, that is, it is not new;
• If the “iCloud / Find My iPhone” field is set to “off,” then everything is fine with the device. When they try to restore the phone, the status of this line will change to “on”;
• If there is an Expired value next to any field, it means the gadget has been used before. We can talk about technical support or warranty service. In this case, it is clear that the gadget is not new.

Based on these criteria, you can understand that the iPhone is not new and the seller can be caught in deception.

Checking via model number

The most effective way is verification . The first thing to consider is the box. On the reverse side, where the barcodes are glued (printed), the model number is located. It comes before the value "RFB".

There are times when they don't show you the box, but you have the opportunity to look at the iPhone. You should go to the settings, and then find the “Basic” item. In the window that opens, go to the “About device” section. A code will be written opposite the “Model” field.

In both cases, you need to check the first letter. There may be 3 options for beeches:

• M – means that the iPhone is new and intended for sale in stores;
• F – letter belonging to a gadget that has been restored;
• P – the letter is installed on custom-made models.

In addition to the first letter, it is recommended to look at the letters located before the “/” symbol. If it says RU, then this is normal, since the device is intended for sale in the Russian Federation. There are times when LL (US region) is at the end. If such a code is indicated, you need to ask how the device got to Russia.