For those that want one, Apple is now selling refurbished iPhone 12 minis on its official U.S. website, and in multiple colors and storage options.
Apple has started selling refurbished iPhone 12 minis on its official U.S. website, but is it worth buying one? Launched in late 2020 as the most affordable model in the iPhone 12 lineup, the 12 mini is aimed at users who want to be a part of the Apple eco-system, but at an affordable price. It also comes with a compact form-factor, making it ideal for those who are not enamored with the modern trend of giant smartphones. It was succeeded by the iPhone 13 mini, which was released last year with much the same form factor, but with upgraded hardware.
Apple’s refurbished webstore often offers popular MacBooks, iPhones, Apple Watches and other gadgets at affordable prices. Earlier this month, the company started selling refurbished Mac Studios on its website in the U.S., the U.K., Canada, Belgium, Germany, Ireland, Spain, and Switzerland. The Mac Studio, which is powered by the M1 Max processor and comes with 512GB of storage and 32GB of unified memory, was priced at $1,799 on the refurbished store – $200 off the device’s usual retail price of $1,999.
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Apple is offering refurbished iPhone 12 minis on its official webstore in multiple colors and storage options. Starting with the most affordable, the 64GB model is available for $529, while the 128GB variant has a $579 price-tag. The 256GB units, meanwhile, have been listed at $659. The available color options include Black, White, Blue, Purple, and Green. The refurbished iPhone 12 mini is unlocked and SIM-free, meaning it will be compatible with all major carriers. The iPhone 12 mini is powered by the same A14 Bionic chipset that’s found inside the regular iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro, meaning it’s not a slouch in terms of speed and performance. It also offers 5G connectivity, MagSafe charging, and hardware-based Face ID.
Is A Refurbished IPhone 12 Mini Worth Buying?
While the iPhone 12 mini is a decent device in its own right, the pricing of the refurbished units make them a hard sell. New units start at $599 for the 64GB model ($629 for the unlocked models), while the new 128GB and 256GB models are priced starting at $649 and $749 ($679 and $779 unlocked), respectively. The prices suggest that Apple is offering a $100 discount on the 64GB and 128GB models, and a $120 discount on the 256GB variant. Given the relatively meager price difference, buyers would be better off opting for a brand new unit rather than getting a refurbished one.
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Refurbished products always come with concerns over quality and reliability, even if it is bought from reputable brands directly. In terms of Apple, the company claims that every certified refurbished Apple product undergoes rigorous checking and quality control before being put up for sale. Apple also says that the devices will ship with original accessories, including a Lightning to USB-C cable. They will also come with a one-year warranty and be eligible for extended AppleCare+ coverage. All things considered, the refurbished iPhone 12 mini may be worth buying for some, but for others, paying a few more bucks could offer more peace of mind.
