Apple has begun selling refurbished iPhone 13 models in select European countries and will soon be available to US customers.
- What’s happening? Apple is currently offering the updated iPhone 13 lineup in Europe and will soon start selling these new devices to US customers.
- Why care? Refurbished models are discounted compared to their brand new counterparts.
- What to do? Buyers interested in a refurbished iPhone 13 should follow the Apple online store in their country.
Apple now offers updated iPhone 13 lineup
MacRumors notes that people in the UK and European markets such as Germany, Italy and Spain can now buy refurbished iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max. Prices are reduced by fifteen percent compared to similar new models. The standard iPhone 13 is not yet available in refurbished form.
The phones are listed in the US Apple Refurbished iPhone store, but are currently greyed out. In other words, they will definitely reach customers in the US soon. If you’ve been looking for a deal on the iPhone 13 lineup, then you should consider getting one of these refurbished devices, especially since Apple is no longer offering the new iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max models.
Is a refurbished iPhone worth the money?
Selling iPhones that are over a year old for fifteen percent less than new ones doesn’t seem like a good deal at all. Many third party retailers will sell you a brand new iPhone 13 for a lower price than Apple, so what’s the incentive?
Well, before releasing them back for sale, Apple updates refurbished models and they are eligible for extended AppleCare+ coverage.
What’s Included in Every Refurbished iPhone
All refurbished iPhones have a new battery and a new outer shell. They are packaged in a brand new box with all accessories and cables, and come with Apple’s standard 1 year warranty. Read: What are refurbished Apple products?
These phones were used as display models in stores, returned or exchanged by customers, and so on. Apple notes that the number of refurbished iPhones is limited, and availability is “guaranteed upon receipt of full payment.”Refurbished iPhones also have free shipping and returns.
For more information, visit the Apple website.