Those get sold out so quickly when they pop up on the refurb store. I got lucky and was able to snap up a 512GB Black 13 mini. Wished I’d gotten green but that was the only configuration available.
Got a tip for us?
Let us know
Become a MacRumors Supporter for $50/year with no ads, ability to filter front page stories, and private forums.
Apple Now Selling Refurbished iPhone 14 Models
- Thread starter MacRumors
- Start date
- Sort by reaction score
Those get sold out so quickly when they pop up on the refurb store. I got lucky and was able to snap up a 512GB Black 13 mini. Wished I’d gotten green but that was the only configuration available.
Some of us don’t like usb c so it’s fine.
Friend it’s fine to let the mini dream go lol
Lol but it's nice to have a mini not as a daily driver since I have my own 15 Pro Max, you know?
My next iPhone will be the SE4. You know the saying goes, "Less is More." Basically that means having that fancy third camera wasn't really worth it because digital zoom on this especially extreme upclose is average at best. I just want an iPhone that's functional and can do the basic stuff that I want it to do.
I'm taking about refurbished phones. They can only sell ones people trade in.
and they will not likely sell refurbished iPhone 15 and 15 pro until the start of 2025. So if people want refurbished iPhones, they should get used to using lightning cables until they're ready for the next iPhone with USB C.
At $619, iPhone 14 is a great option for many people out there. A new iPhone 15 costs $829 plus applicable taxes (in most cases). The difference is about $230, which is approximately 1/4 off the price of iPhone 15. that is well worth it for those who are not looking at the latest and greatest devices.
Uhmm, each port has its pros and cons. Between Lightning and
If they made the USB-C connector stronger, I would prefer it.
What I was saying is that normal people just see "I have to buy all new cables"
The forum here and its users are very far outside the mainstream user type
They are iPhones. Does it ring when someone calls? Does it call someone when you dial their number? Does it sends text messages? Does it take a picture and video? Does it allow you surf the Internet or play music? Does it allow you to watch movies and YouTube? Outdated my arse.
I would be tempted, in that I really like that deep purple color on the Pro Max. Even pondered getting one back when it was new, but I had already bought the 13 PM and just couldn't justify it mainly for the color (as nice as it is).
But there are a couple of reasons why I won't. The first is we are, what, less than 4 months away from a new iPhone being introduced. Which will probably make these even less expensive at that time. And second, I still like my physical SIM card that I can easily take out and put in any phone that accepts them. I know eSIM is the future and all that, but I still like the option to have a physical SIM card.
But there are a couple of reasons why I won't. The first is we are, what, less than 4 months away from a new iPhone being introduced. Which will probably make these even less expensive at that time. And second, I still like my physical SIM card that I can easily take out and put in any phone that accepts them. I know eSIM is the future and all that, but I still like the option to have a physical SIM card.
Apple does not provide refurbished devices to repair customers anymore, at least not in the US.
Of course Apple does. It’s stated clearly in their warranty terms for U.S. and globally.
Legal - iOS Warranty Document Us - Apple
www.apple.com
Doesn't that put you under contract to AT&T for 36 months? I was just looking at their site, seems like it required at least a $79/month plan. So that would mean your deal is $216 + $2844 = $3060. Probably there are some discounts available that would reduce that some?
Compare to the ~$30/mo AT&T prepaid line (16GB data) for 36 months at $1080.
On a 4-line family plan, it’s more like $40/mo per line for unlimited premium data with employer and auto-pay discount.
Tip:
Sometimes Walmart offers deals on lower end models and theirs is instant cash discount, no monthly credit required. You can payoff the discounted balance without any prepayment penalty. Useful in case you want to unlock the phone for travel or switching to other carriers.
Thanks for the ideas, rui no onna.
Sadly, I don't have anyone to get a multiline discount with.
I'll keep on eye on Walmart deals.
But also sadly, I have my eye on a Pro Max, so maybe not low end.
I'm using a 12 Mini, bought unlocked from Apple. I would like something newer with satellite emergency support and usb-c. Possibly a new SE will have the satellite support?