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The YouTube video discusses buying and selling electronics, particularly focusing on refurbished and used flagship smartphones like the iPhone 13 Pro. The content creator emphasizes the importance of checking for clean IMEIs when purchasing refurbished phones and highlights the benefits of platforms like Swappa for such transactions. Through unboxing and testing, the video showcases the setup process, camera quality, performance, and connectivity of the iPhone 13 Pro. The YouTuber underlines the value of purchasing used flagship phones over mid-range or budget options, shares positive experiences with refurbished devices, and encourages viewer engagement. Overall, the video advocates for informed and strategic choices when buying secondhand electronics.
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In this part of the video, the content creator introduces Swappa, an online platform similar to eBay for buying and selling electronics. They discuss the benefits of purchasing used flagship smartphones, such as the iPhone 13 Pro, for software updates and features. The creator unboxes a used iPhone 13 Pro purchased from Swappa, highlighting the packaging, accessories received, and the condition of the device. They emphasize the importance of examining photos and descriptions when buying used electronics.
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In this segment of the video, the reviewer unboxes and examines a refurbished iPhone 13 Pro, which appears to be in good condition with minor wear. The device shows a low battery icon indicating it needs charging. The reviewer highlights the features of the phone such as the SIM card tray, 5G antenna band, stainless steel body, and speaker grills. They discuss why they chose the iPhone 13 Pro over other models, mentioning Apple’s discontinuation of older models and the risks associated with buying used devices, emphasizing the importance of ensuring a clean IMEI when purchasing refurbished phones.
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In this segment of the video, the YouTuber unboxes an iPhone 13 Pro purchased for $485. They mention the importance of checking Face ID functionality when buying secondhand iPhones. The setup process is shown, and they highlight the device’s Snappy performance. The YouTuber expresses their initial impressions, including positive comments on the camera and setup experience. They demonstrate taking photos, pointing out preferences for Android photos over iPhone ones initially but noting improvements with adjustments. Additionally, a front-facing and back camera video recording test is conducted, praising the quality. The YouTuber acknowledges the phone’s weight and solicits feedback on the camera and microphone quality.
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In this part of the video, the reviewer tests the SIM card functionality of the phone by inserting an active SIM card, confirming it connects to T-Mobile’s network and can make calls and send text messages. The phone is found to be working well with a full battery and the storage capacity is praised at 128 GB. The reviewer plans to test the speaker quality with YouTube, but notes that the fitness app might be sufficient. A speed test reveals internet speeds exceeding what was paid for, and a test of a 4K video shows the microphone working well.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker shares their positive experience with purchasing a refurbished iPhone from the Apple refurbished store and suggests Swappa as an alternative with a good return policy. They recommend buying used flagship phones over mid-range or budget phones for better value. The speaker expresses satisfaction with the purchase and plans to use the device as a backup. They encourage viewers to share their Swappa experiences in the comments and express gratitude to their supporters. The speaker also mentions getting an iPhone 13 Pro and compares it to their refurbished device.