What to Look for When Buying a Used iPhone 6 is a post by Craig Lloyd from Gotta Be Mobile.
There are a few things to keep in mind if you’re in the market for a used iPhone 6. Here’s what to look for when buying one.
Buying an iPhone 6 brand new isn’t an option for some buyers, and in order to save some money, they seek out a used model that’s priced a less than what a brand-new iPhone 6 would cost. This can be a great way to go, but you have to look out for certain things when shopping on the used market.
Namely, used iPhone 6 units could show some damage from use. Most used models will show a little wear and tear, and this is normal, but you’ll want to make sure to look for any significant damage. Plus, a used iPhone 6 that you’ve been eyeing on Craigslist could even be stolen, at which point you’ll want to stay away from such transactions, as a stolen iPhone 6 is useless to a user who isn’t the rightful owner.
In any case, if you’re looking to buy a used iPhone 6, here are some things to consider and look out for when shopping for one.
Condition
This might be something obvious, but it’s always a good idea to take note of any wear and tear or damage on a used iPhone 6 model.
Examine it for any dings on the corners, which is usually an indicator that it was dropped at some point. That alone isn’t a huge deal if the device still works, but you’ll want to look for any cracks in the screen that might appear.
Also look closely for any scratches on the display. In low-light conditions, scratches are really hard to see, but once you get it out in broad daylight, the scratches can stick out like a sore thumb, so be sure to get it under a lamp or bright light and thoroughly give the screen a good look-over.
It’s also important to make sure that the iPhone 6 that you’re buying isn’t bent. You might know all about the “bendgate” controversy that was huge when the iPhone 6 first came out, and it could be likely that the model you’re buying might be slightly bent. It can be hard to tell from a quick glance so be sure to lay the phone flat on a table and see if it rocks back and forth. If it does so significantly, it’s most likely bent and the seller isn’t telling you about it.
Price
When buying a used iPhone 6, the prices aren’t going to be as constant from seller to seller as it would be if you were buying one brand new. Instead, some sellers will be asking for less what other sellers might be asking for.
Because of this, it’s always a good idea to shop around on different used marketplaces and look at several listings from each one. eBay, Craigslist, and Swappa are all places where you can buy a used iPhone 6, and prices will fluctuate rapidly from seller to seller, so be sure to do your research and figure out a fair price that you’re willing to pay for a used model.
Lastly, it’s important to keep in mind that if any seller is selling a used iPhone 6 for way less than the average, there’s a good chance that it’s either stolen or there’s some significant damage to the device. The seller may or may not be hiding these facts, so be sure to ask questions and take a good look at the device before making the purchase.
iCloud Account Activation
Perhaps one of the most important steps to take when buying a used iPhone 6 is to actually find out if it’s a stolen unit or not. Luckily, it’s really easy to find out.
Apple introduced a feature called Activation Lock with iOS 7, which prevents iPhones and iPads from being stolen, or at least deters thieves from doing much else with an iPhone after it’s stolen. When Find My iPhone is enabled on a user’s iPhone, it essentially locks that iPhone to that user’s Apple ID account. What this means is that even when the iPhone is wiped, the device will still require the original Apple ID and password before someone else can use it as their own.
Apple’s new Activation Lock lookup tool aims to help in this sense, and allows buyers to see if an iPhone they’re about to buy still has Activation Lock enabled or not. If it does, then it’s safe to say that it was stolen.
You can access Apple’s new Activation Lock lookup tool by heading to http://ift.tt/1v92Osj, and you don’t have to sign into your iCloud account to access it. You’ll be prompted to enter in the iPhone’s serial number or IMEI number, which can both be located in the Settings app by navigating to General > About. You’ll also need to enter in the CAPTCHA code below that.
Instantly, Apple will tell you whether or not that iPhone still has Activation Lock enabled. Now, if Activation Lock is still on, that doesn’t quite necessarily mean that the device was stolen. The user could’ve easily just forgot to turn it off, and if you ask them to do it and they can’t, it’s safe to say that the device is stolen.
What to Look for When Buying a Used iPhone 6 is a post by Craig Lloyd from Gotta Be Mobile.
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