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Tech News
A buying guide outlines differences between refurbished and simply used laptops, noting that true refurbishment should include inspection, cleaning, testing and repairs, though standards differ by seller. Apple and Dell both run official refurbished programs, with Apple offering tested units in new packaging and a one-year warranty, while smaller retailers may offer shorter or vaguer guarantees.
Apple's Certified Refurbished program provides devices with new shells, new batteries, full Apple testing, complete accessory sets, and a full one-year warranty at roughly 15% off, typically appearing about three months after a product's launch. By contrast, Amazon Renewed items are inspected by third-party sellers, may include used shells and batteries rated to at least 80% capacity, possibly non-Apple accessories, and only a 90-day warranty, with cosmetic condition split into three tiers. Walmart Restored offers less transparency about condition standards compared to both Apple and Amazon.