{"id":384953,"date":"2021-12-23T15:00:40","date_gmt":"2021-12-23T12:00:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.buradabiliyorum.com\/11-things-to-check-when-buying-a-used-iphone\/"},"modified":"2021-12-23T15:00:40","modified_gmt":"2021-12-23T12:00:40","slug":"11-things-to-check-when-buying-a-used-iphone","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/11-things-to-check-when-buying-a-used-iphone\/","title":{"rendered":"#11 Things to Check When Buying a Used iPhone"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a2e8bb7b3a2d\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a2e8bb7b3a2d\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/11-things-to-check-when-buying-a-used-iphone\/#The_Basics_of_Buying_a_Used_iPhone\" >The Basics of Buying a Used iPhone<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/11-things-to-check-when-buying-a-used-iphone\/#1_Does_the_iPhone_Turn_On\" >1. Does the iPhone Turn On?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/11-things-to-check-when-buying-a-used-iphone\/#2_Is_Activation_Lock_Still_Enabled\" >2. Is Activation Lock Still Enabled?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/11-things-to-check-when-buying-a-used-iphone\/#3_If_the_iPhone_Has_Already_Been_Erased\" >3. If the iPhone Has Already Been Erased<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/11-things-to-check-when-buying-a-used-iphone\/#4_Is_There_Any_Visible_Damage\" >4. Is There Any Visible Damage?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/11-things-to-check-when-buying-a-used-iphone\/#5_Hows_the_Battery_Health\" >5. How\u2019s the Battery Health?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/11-things-to-check-when-buying-a-used-iphone\/#6_Have_Any_Parts_Been_Replaced_and_Is_It_Refurbished\" >6. Have Any Parts Been Replaced, and Is It Refurbished?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/11-things-to-check-when-buying-a-used-iphone\/#7_Whats_the_Performance_Like\" >7. What\u2019s the Performance Like?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/11-things-to-check-when-buying-a-used-iphone\/#8_Hows_the_Display_Condition\" >8. How\u2019s the Display Condition?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/11-things-to-check-when-buying-a-used-iphone\/#9_Do_the_Speakers_and_Microphones_Work\" >9. Do the Speakers and Microphones Work?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/11-things-to-check-when-buying-a-used-iphone\/#10_Check_the_Other_Buttons_Too\" >10. Check the Other Buttons Too<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/11-things-to-check-when-buying-a-used-iphone\/#11_Do_All_the_Cameras_Work_as_Advertised\" >11. Do All the Cameras Work as Advertised?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/11-things-to-check-when-buying-a-used-iphone\/#Other_Options_for_Saving_Money_on_an_iPhone\" >Other Options for Saving Money on an iPhone<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><strong>&#8220;#11 Things to Check When Buying a Used iPhone&#8221;<\/strong><\/p>\n<div>\n<!-- UNCACHED CONTENT --><\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"type:primaryImage size-full wp-image-774451\" data-pagespeed-lazy-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/iphone-unboxed.jpg?width=398&amp;trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1 400w, https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/iphone-unboxed.jpg?width=1198&amp;trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, 400w, 1200w\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/iphone-unboxed.jpg?width=1198&amp;trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1\" alt=\"An iPhone X on top of its packaging\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"type:primaryImage imagecredit\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/kyiv-ukraine-26-january-2018-new-1010565883\">IMG Stock Studio\/Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Used iPhones are always in hot demand, and they\u2019re a good option if you\u2019re looking to save some money on an <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/download-scripts-themes-apps\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"9\" title=\"Download Scripts &amp; Themes &amp; Apps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">App<\/a>le smartphone. Like any second-hand purchase, there are some things you should check before you hand over your money.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Basics_of_Buying_a_Used_iPhone\"><\/span>The Basics of Buying a Used iPhone<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Most of the tips below are aimed at buyers who can inspect the iPhone in person, like when buying directly from someone using a resource like <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/social-mediaa\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"1\" title=\"Social Media\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a> Marketplace.<\/p>\n<p>For online sales, this isn\u2019t possible so you\u2019ll have to do your due diligence online instead. Reputable sellers will include plenty of photos detailing any scratches and other damage, including detailed descriptions of the item they are selling. A seller\u2019s feedback is a good indicator of item quality, but not everyone who sells their old iPhone will have accrued a lot of feedback.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re buying over <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/721794\/how-to-see-what-something-is-worth-using-ebay\/\">an auction website like eBay, paying with PayPal will provide buyer protection so you can request a refund if the item isn\u2019t as described. You should never buy items over local classified services like Facebook Marketplace or Gumtree unless you are inspecting them in person since you have no protection against the many scams that masquerade as genuine listings.<\/p>\n<p>When purchasing an item in person, you should consider your personal safety above all else. Meet in a public place like a cafe or shopping center, and consider taking someone with you. Avoid carrying around large amounts of cash, consider paying using <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/76598\/best-payment-money-transfer-apps\/\">a peer-to-peer service<\/a> like <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.cash.app\">Cash App<\/a> or <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/venmo.com\">Venmo<\/a> instead. If the seller insists on cash, inspect the item first then make a withdrawal (alone) at an ATM instead.<\/p>\n<p>Avoid meeting at night, or in isolated places like car parks where possible. Agree on terms (like a method of payment and being able to inspect the item fully) before agreeing to meet the seller, since this will help deter any would-be scammers.<\/p>\n<p>If the price is too good to be true, it\u2019s probably a scam. If the seller won\u2019t let you inspect the item beforehand, there\u2019s possibly something wrong with it (or you\u2019re buying an empty box). If the seller insists on you bringing the cash with you before even having seen the item, don\u2019t put yourself at risk.<\/p>\n<p>Genuine sellers will understand your insistence on being safe and smart. If they have nothing to hide, they\u2019ll be happy for you to inspect the item. It\u2019s within their interest to meet in well-lit, public places where they are also likely to feel safe too.<\/p>\n<p><strong>RELATED:<\/strong> <strong><em>How to See What Something Is Worth Using eBay<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Does_the_iPhone_Turn_On\"><\/span>1. Does the iPhone Turn On?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Perhaps the most important thing to check is whether or not the iPhone powers up. This seems obvious, but some sellers may try and pass off an iPhone that won\u2019t boot as having a dead battery. Don\u2019t fall for this, and make sure the iPhone boots to the lock screen or \u201cHello\u201d prompt.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, you might want to insist that the iPhone includes a charger and wall adapter too. An iPhone without these items is more likely to be stolen (though the seller may simply have decided to keep them instead). If possible, check that the iPhone charges normally too; consider carrying a <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/770220\/best-portable-charger\/\">portable battery and Lightning cable if you have them.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Is_Activation_Lock_Still_Enabled\"><\/span>2. Is Activation Lock Still Enabled?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Once the iPhone boots, you should hope to see a lock screen that invites the owner to enter a passcode. If you see a message about entering a password to activate the iPhone, the iPhone is possibly stolen. Even if it hasn\u2019t been stolen, you can\u2019t make use of it in this state so you\u2019re best walking away.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 650px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-774412\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/activation_lock.png?trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1\" alt=\"Activation Lock on iPhone\" width=\"650\" height=\"337\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\">Apple<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Insist that the seller activates the iPhone by entering their password. <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/439570\/how-to-remove-activation-lock-on-an-iphone\/\">Activation Lock can be removed from an iPhone by disabling \u201cFind My iPhone\u201d under Settings &gt; [Owner\u2019s Name] &gt; Find My.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_If_the_iPhone_Has_Already_Been_Erased\"><\/span>3. If the iPhone Has Already Been Erased<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When meeting a seller, the iPhone may have already been erased, <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/426517\/what-to-do-before-selling-your-iphone-or-changing-platforms\/\">ready for sale. This isn\u2019t necessarily a bad thing, but it stops you from being able to test the device fully. You might notice a \u201cHello\u201d or \u201cSwipe to Begin\u201d message if this is the case.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 650px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-774416\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/iphone_hello.png?trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1\" alt=\"iPhone Hello message\" width=\"650\" height=\"400\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\">Apple<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>For you to adequately test the iPhone, you should ask the seller to sign in with their own information so that the phone is in a functional state. This may require that they insert their SIM card to activate the device. You can then perform some of the checks listed below before deciding that you want to purchase the device.<\/p>\n<p>Once you\u2019re happy with the iPhone, insist that the seller remove Activation Lock and erase the iPhone using \u201cErase All Content and Settings\u201d under Settings &gt; <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/general\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"3\" title=\"General\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">General<\/a> &gt; Transfer or Reset iPhone. This requires that the seller enter their Apple ID password to disable Activation Lock, so you know you\u2019ll be able to use the phone once you take ownership of it.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Is_There_Any_Visible_Damage\"><\/span>4. Is There Any Visible Damage?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Most used iPhones are going to have scuffs and scratches, even if they were kept in a case for their entire lives. If the iPhone is handed to you in a case, always remove it to get a better look. Fully inspect the device for any signs of <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/447621\/is-your-phones-touch-screen-damaged-avoid-these-bad-repair-tips\/\">visible damage, including scratches and small cracks around the edge of the display.<\/p>\n<p>Dents in the chassis are a little more concerning since this could suggest damage to internal components like the battery. Check to see if the iPhone sits flat on a surface face down, since this will indicate if any force has caused the chassis to bend. Inspect the camera assembly to see if the lenses are damaged or scratched.<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t worry too much about superficial damage, but take it into account when it comes to the price of the item. A mint condition iPhone that\u2019s had a <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lifesavvy.com\/reviews\/the-best-iphone-12-screen-protectors-for-your-device\/\">screen protector<\/a> and tough case on from day one will be worth more than a scratched-up iPhone, so you can use this to help understand whether the seller is asking a fair price.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Hows_the_Battery_Health\"><\/span>5. How\u2019s the Battery Health?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Lithium-ion batteries degrade over time, and any used iPhone is bound to have a battery that isn\u2019t going to hold 100% of its original capacity. You can head to Settings &gt; Battery &gt; Battery Health to check two important metrics: <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/254739\/how-to-check-your-iphones-battery-health\/\">maximum capacity and performance capability.<\/p>\n<p>Maximum capacity will give you a rough idea of how much charge the battery now holds. Anything above 90% is good, but the lower the number the less time you\u2019ll be able to go between recharges. What\u2019s more important is the battery\u2019s performance capability.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-774135\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/battery_health.jpg?trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1\" alt=\"iPhone Battery Health\" width=\"650\" height=\"406\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><\/p>\n<p>When battery health declines significantly, the iPhone may begin to slow down as it attempts to balance performance with longevity. If anything other than \u201cPeak Performance Capability\u201d is being reported, it\u2019s time to replace the battery since you aren\u2019t getting the most out of the device.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Have_Any_Parts_Been_Replaced_and_Is_It_Refurbished\"><\/span>6. Have Any Parts Been Replaced, and Is It Refurbished?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You can <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/656863\/how-to-check-if-your-iphone-was-refurbished\/\">check whether your iPhone is a refurbished model by heading to Settings &gt; General &gt; About and looking at the \u201cModel Number\u201d entry. If this number starts with an F, it\u2019s been refurbished by Apple or a carrier. That\u2019s not necessarily a bad thing, but you may want to know. Unfortunately, there\u2019s no way to tell if a device was refurbished by a third party.<\/p>\n<p>If the seller advertises that the battery has been replaced recently, you can check the parts and service history to verify whether or not a genuine Apple part was used. Head to Settings &gt; General &gt; About and look for the relevant section beneath the \u201cModel Number\u201d field.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 650px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-774144\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/parts_history.png?trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1\" alt=\"iPhone Parts and Service History\" width=\"650\" height=\"351\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\">Apple<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>If nothing is listed, either the iPhone isn\u2019t running iOS 15.2 or later or nothing has been replaced. On iPhones that are running iOS 15.2 or later, parts that have been replaced will be listed as a \u201cGenuine Apple Part\u201d or an \u201cUnkown Part\u201d if replaced by anyone other than Apple.<\/p>\n<p>Genuine parts are generally regarded as being of higher quality than many third-party parts that are cheaper to produce. There\u2019s no way of telling for sure, but a genuine battery replacement (for example) may provide more peace of mind than something of unknown origin.<\/p>\n<p><strong>RELATED:<\/strong> <strong><em>Think Twice Before Getting Your iPhone Fixed by a Third-Party (and Back it Up if You Do)<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Whats_the_Performance_Like\"><\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" name=\"autotoc_anchor_7\">7. What\u2019s the Performance Like?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Use the iPhone a bit and see how it performs. Take the age of the device into consideration, and be aware that older devices will be more sluggish than newer ones. You\u2019re looking for obvious signs of slowdown that might suggest something is wrong with an internal component.<\/p>\n<p>A few simple tests you can perform include browsing a responsive website like <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.apple.com\">apple.com<\/a>, searching for an app using Spotlight, launching and perusing the App Store, zooming and scrolling around the in-built Maps app, accessing Notification Center and Control Center, and swiping between widgets and app icons on your home screen.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Hows_the_Display_Condition\"><\/span>8. How\u2019s the Display Condition?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If the iPhone has a traditional edge-lit LCD (like in the iPhone XR, SE, and 11), check that all of the lights are working. If the iPhone has an OLED display (known as <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/743149\/what-is-a-super-retina-xdr-display\/\">Super Retina XDR as seen in the iPhone X, 12, and 13) then you should check for burn-in (permanent image retention) too. Neither of these will necessarily affect how the device functions, and may not be visible under normal usage, but you should know about a problem before you buy.<\/p>\n<p>You can check for both of these issues against a solid background, using various color shades. Use a YouTube video like <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=-GnMP4u3zWM\">this one<\/a> in full-screen and pause on the various shades to check for problems. It\u2019s easier to notice LCD backlighting problems on a solid white slide, while burn-in may only present on specific colors due to the way sub-pixels wear with use.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Do_the_Speakers_and_Microphones_Work\"><\/span>9. Do the Speakers and Microphones Work?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You can easily test the microphone by <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/769338\/how-to-record-audio-on-iphone\/\">recording something using Apple\u2019s built-in Voice Memos app. Test the speaker by playing back the recording, previewing a ringtone under Settings &gt; Sounds &amp; Haptics.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s also a good idea to check the earpiece volume, and the only way of doing so is by making a phone call. It can be really hard to use your iPhone if this speaker becomes damaged since the person on the other end of the phone may be too quiet or muffled. If you don\u2019t have a SIM card in the iPhone for this, consider connecting to public Wi-Fi or a personal hotspot and using FaceTime instead.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Check_the_Other_Buttons_Too\"><\/span>10. Check the Other Buttons Too<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Check to make sure the mute switch works correctly, located on the left side of the iPhone. Beneath this, you\u2019ll find volume rockers. These buttons are useful for turning up call volume and taking photos, plus you\u2019ll need to use them if ever you want to <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/437308\/how-to-force-restart-any-iphone-or-ipad\/\">force restart your iPhone.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 650px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-774415\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/iphone_13_side_button.png?trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1\" alt=\"\" width=\"650\" height=\"362\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\">Apple<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The side button on the right side of the iPhone is used to wake and sleep your iPhone, invoke Siri, force restart, and access Apple Pay and other Wallet functions. Make sure everything works as expected, and feels good to press. A \u201cmushy\u201d button may be on the way out.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Do_All_the_Cameras_Work_as_Advertised\"><\/span>11. Do All the Cameras Work as Advertised?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Finally, check all of the cameras and lenses. Open the Camera app and switch to the front-facing camera, then use all of the cameras on the rear of the device (including <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/758310\/how-to-use-optical-zoom-on-an-iphone-camera\/\">ultra-wide and telephoto\u00a0if you have them).<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 650px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-755567\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/iphone_13_pro.png?trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1\" alt=\"\" width=\"650\" height=\"343\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\">Apple<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>In good light, the image should be relatively clear and not grainy. The image should update smoothly (not like a slide show), and tapping the screen should focus on that particular area.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_Options_for_Saving_Money_on_an_iPhone\"><\/span>Other Options for Saving Money on an iPhone<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You don\u2019t necessarily have to buy a used iPhone to save money. There are quite a few ways you can <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/333689\/how-to-save-money-on-apple-products\/\">save money and still get a new or \u201cas new\u201d device.\u00a0One of the best ways to do this is to buy <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.apple.com\/shop\/refurbished\/iphone\">a refurbished iPhone directly from Apple<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Thinking of buying a used Mac too? 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