Samsung to reportedly sell refurbished Galaxy Note 7 in India

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[Update] – Samsung India spokesperson has told Mashable India that, “The report on Samsung planning to sell refurbished Galaxy Note 7 smartphone in India is incorrect“.

Samsung had to discontinue last year’s flagship Galaxy Note 7 over two separate battery issues that caused explosions. Now a report says the company is planning to sell refurbished phones with a lower capacity. Continue reading “Samsung to reportedly sell refurbished Galaxy Note 7 in India”

Apple mulling again to sell refurbished iPhones in India

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Last year, the Indian Commerce Ministry had rejected Apple’s request to sell refurbished iPhones in India. Now, according to a latest report from Bloomberg, the company is reviving the idea of selling refurbished phones in the country.

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Foxconn’s proposal to import refurbished phones in India rejected by government

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Just yesterday, the Commerce Ministry rejected Apple’s proposal of selling refurbished iPhones in India. Now, the government has turned down Foxconn’s plans to import refurbished phones in India.

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Overcart to sell refurbished units of OnePlus One for Rs 16,999

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Online retailer Overcart has just announced that it will be selling refurbished units of the OnePlus One. The device will be available for purchase from May 20th onwards at a price of Rs 16,999 for the 64GB variant.

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Refurbished version of iPhone 3G and 3GS hits Bell

Canadian carrier Bell is now carrying the Apple iPhone 3G and 3GS refurbished version. The Apple iPhone 3G will cost you $9.95, or you can get the the iPhone 3GS 16 GB for $49.95 or the 32 GB version for $99.95 (this is Canadian dollar!). Both phone comes with a warranty of 90 days, so if you are not happy with your iPhone, then you can return it anytime between your first 90 days with your refurbished iPhone, or you can wait for the Apple iPhone 4, which is about to hit Canada. Continue reading “Refurbished version of iPhone 3G and 3GS hits Bell”