what to check when buying a used android phone
If you really want to purchase second hand cell phone then you should consider checking these things to make sure you choose the best and value for money If you follow this guide I assure you won't need anymore guide for buying new or used phone
Don't Buy stolen Smartphones
Keep yourself away from stolen Mobile phones as it might be used for illegal purposes or misused for other things to make sure you are not going to buy a stolen phone ask sellers to give hard-copy of shopkeepers shop bill with the details of your smartphone or try to get the box of the device to ensure that you are not getting scammed
Stay away from Fake phone
Never buy Used phone before conforming that it is the genuine phone by checking it in settings and comparing the IMEI number and model number printed on the back or on Battery or by checking the same model on internet if both are not available go to the nearest service center to check for fakeness of smartphone in a minute or two.
Ask seller if the Phone is repaired
If you are willing to buy it then ask the seller or shopkeeper if it is already repaired or opened before if it got repaired then do further discussion related to fault if the motherboard got repaired then don't buy that cell phone rather go and find other
Check if the phone is upgrade-able to latest version
Check that the cellphone can be upgrade to the upcoming latest version to keep the phone safe and secure for example don't buy phone with android version of 6.0 or below because it becomes old and might not secure enough to protect you from attackers