Smartphone prices have nearly doubled in a decade, but savvy consumers are finding 80-90% performance at half the cost.

Getting the latest smartphone can be a serious financial pain. Used and refurbished devices are cheaper, but what about quality? Here's what you need to know.

Refurbished phones differ from second-hand phones in that they've been previously used but then returned to the manufacturer, ...

That makes this a good time to consider shopping for a used smartphone. Refurbished iPhones and Samsung Galaxy phones sell for around $300 less than the newest, not-much-better versions of those ...

The secondhand smartphone market (like secondhand goods in general) has gotten a bad rap. Horror stories about failing batteries and shady sellers might make you hesitant to buy used phones.

For many IT asset managers, a high priority in the ITAD process is asset resale value. In a growing resale market for smartphones, value is quite high for many models, especially those that have ...

If you're looking for cheap smartphones, you should consider buying used. You can find an iPhone 6, Samsung Galaxy S6, or LG G5 if you know where to look.

The Washington, DC, resident said she and her husband purchase refurbished smartphones, with her on her second device, a ...

Refurbished smartphones, especially directly from the manufacturer, tend to be very close to new condition and come with a warranty of some sort. RELATED STORIES.

Shipments of used smartphones will have a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.3% from 2021 to 2026 and will bea market worth $99 billion, according to IDC. In 2022, ...

New research data shows that used phones are safe to buy, with 95% of submitted devices in quality condition. However, one feature stands out as the most likely to fail.

Here's the Consumer Reports guide on how to sell a used smartphone. You'll find it helpful when you're buying a new phone—you can turn the old one into cash or a trade-in credit.