Things to keep in mind before buying a second hand smartphone
Posted on: 07/Oct/2015 6:23:14 PM
The market for used smartphones is increasing. If you are looking for one, make sure to keep a checklist of things to tick off before you make the deal. First of all, ask for a bill. Also, make sure to get the box and the accessories along with the phone. The bill ensures that the device is not stolen, while making it easier to resell later. The phone`s IMEI number will be on the box. The accessories add to the sale value. You can ask for a price reduction if all the accessories are not part of the deal.
Make sure that the phone has a minimum of 2GB RAM. These are available even in smartphones under Rs. 10,000. Lenovo A7000, Xiaomi Redmi Note 4G and Micromax Yu Yureka are some examples. If the phone has only 1 GB of RAM, don`t pay more than Rs. 6,000 for it. Also check the quality of the processor before making the purchase.
Check the hardware of the phone. Take along a laptop or a USB cable while making the purchase. Connect this to the smartphone and check if it charges well, and transfers data seamlessly. Insert your SIM card to check the network quality. Surf the internet, download a few apps and take a few photos and videos. All this makes sure the phone is not defective.
Pay through a secure channel to ensure that you get a refund in case you need to return the phone. Also, try buying the phone on Facebook. This lets to check the seller`s profile and their activities on the group in which things are sold. This will also give you a chance to check other offers before settling on one.
Finally, see if the phone still has its warranty. This will give you enough leeway in case of a problem.
