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Refurbished mobile phones<\/a> are becoming increasingly popular. If you\u2019re a person who\u2019s only had brand new phones and you\u2019re wondering whether to give refurbs a try, here are some of the perks (plus some fantastic deals!)\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are refurbished phones good quality?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Refurbished phones don\u2019t compromise on quality. All models are fully tested guaranteeing Grade A quality. This completely eliminates the chance of the device being faulty and provides you with a nearly new fully working device for a fraction of the price. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Much Cheaper Are Refurbished Phones?<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Refurbished smartphones are significantly cheaper than buying a phone outright. For example, you can get a refurbished iPhone 12<\/a> with 100GB of data, unlimited minutes and texts for as little as \u00a323\/month. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do Refurbished Phones Come With A Warranty?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

All refurbished phones from Fonehouse come with a 12-month warranty. If you\u2019re unsatisfied with your handset or there are any faults you can return it under warranty and get your money back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What\u2019s the Best Refurbished Handset Offer? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We’ve got an amazing refurbished Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra<\/a> with 100GB, unlimited minutes and texts for only \u00a327\/month. This handset boasts a 6.8\u201d Dynamic AMOLED display, a fast Snapdragon performance and a 108MP main lens for crystal-clear photos. So for only \u00a327\/month, this Galaxy deal is a bargain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the lifespan of refurbished phones?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Refurbished phones last just as long as brand-new phones, in fact, they can last even longer! Refurbished models get thoroughly tested, so when they arrive to the customer they\u2019re always in \u2018Nearly New\u2019 grade A quality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Apple Refurbished Phone Deal<\/h2>\n\n\n
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If you\u2019re searching the web for a refurbished Apple deal, we have the perfect offer for you. Get the classic iPhone 11<\/a> with 100GB of data, unlimited minutes and texts for only \u00a321\/month! Excellent quality and low cost! Once again you\u2019ll have a handy 12-month warranty for your device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Hopefully, now you\u2019re more clear on whether or not you want to opt for a refurbished phone. With excellent Grade A quality, lower costs and warranty cover, how can you say no? At Fonehouse we range a variety of refurbished handset deals <\/a>for you to get your hands on. Shop some of the biggest brands like Apple and Samsung today!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Refurbished mobile phones are becoming increasingly popular. If you\u2019re a person who\u2019s only had brand new phones and you\u2019re wondering whether to give refurbs a try, here are some of the perks (plus some fantastic deals!)\u00a0 Are refurbished phones good quality? Refurbished phones don\u2019t compromise on quality. 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