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Replaced vs Refurbished

What’s the difference between replaced iPhone and refurbished iPhone?

Posted on Apr 1, 2023 9:46 AM

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Posted on Apr 1, 2023 10:06 AM

A replaced iPhone refers to a new iPhone that is provided as a replacement for a faulty or damaged iPhone. In other words, if you have an iPhone that is still under warranty and it develops a fault, Apple or your service provider may replace it with a new one. It may not come in its original packaging with all of the accessories and manuals may not be included.


A refurbished iPhone, on the other hand, is a used iPhone that has been restored to its original factory condition. Refurbished iPhones may have been returned to the manufacturer or retailer for various reasons, such as cosmetic damage, a minor defect, or simply because the original owner changed their mind. The device is then cleaned, repaired if necessary, and tested to ensure that it is in good working condition. Refurbished iPhones are usually sold at a lower price compared to brand-new iPhones.


In summary, a replaced iPhone is a new device provided as a replacement for a faulty or damaged iPhone, while a refurbished iPhone is a used device that has been restored to its original condition.

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Apr 1, 2023 10:06 AM in response to thatkidpaco

A replaced iPhone refers to a new iPhone that is provided as a replacement for a faulty or damaged iPhone. In other words, if you have an iPhone that is still under warranty and it develops a fault, Apple or your service provider may replace it with a new one. It may not come in its original packaging with all of the accessories and manuals may not be included.


A refurbished iPhone, on the other hand, is a used iPhone that has been restored to its original factory condition. Refurbished iPhones may have been returned to the manufacturer or retailer for various reasons, such as cosmetic damage, a minor defect, or simply because the original owner changed their mind. The device is then cleaned, repaired if necessary, and tested to ensure that it is in good working condition. Refurbished iPhones are usually sold at a lower price compared to brand-new iPhones.


In summary, a replaced iPhone is a new device provided as a replacement for a faulty or damaged iPhone, while a refurbished iPhone is a used device that has been restored to its original condition.

Replaced vs Refurbished

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