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Are refurbished Macbooks still good?
Some companies may sell refurbished items with cosmetic defects and other issues, but Apple’s refurbished products, available from its online refurbished store, are “as good as new” products, as Apple says. All refurbished products come with a 1-year warranty.
What does refurbished Mac mean?
A refurbished Mac is a pre-owned product that has been returned to Apple by customers who have either encountered a problem with it — e.g. a faulty pixel on the display of a MacBook Air or a broken USB port on a Retina MacBook Pro — or have simply lost interest in the Mac and returned it.
How often does Apple replace refurbished?
Refurb Tracker’s feeds are updated every 5 minutes, so you’ll always have the most up-to-date listings. This is a great way to keep an eye out for, say, the refurbished 16GB iPad 2, which was selling for $349 but is currently out of stock. When it’s available again, you’ll be among the first to know.
Are Walmart refurbished Macs good?
Refurbished laptops sold on Walmart’s online store are generally safe to buy. In terms of quality the laptops are as good as the renovation process that was done. There are sellers that do a great job servicing their laptops, and there are those who only clean the device and don’t do any hardware checks whatsoever.
How can I tell if my MacBook Pro is refurbished?
How to Identify a Refurbished MacBook Pro by the Serial Number
- Locate the MacBook Pro’s serial number.
- Call Apple Store Customer Service at (800) 676-2775.
- Ask the customer service representative to verify if the serial number on your MacBook Pro is from a refurbished model.
Is it good to buy refurbished?
Buying a refurbished device can help you save money, but don’t go into it blind. There’s a simple reason to buy refurbished tech instead of a brand-new device—saving money. It’s also nice to avoid sending a gadget to the landfill.
Can Apple refurbished be returned?
You will have to ship it back. It appears that you are able to return it to a store as long as you purchased the item directly from Apple. Also note that the return period is 14 days.
How long after release does Apple sell refurbished?
It takes several months for Apple to sell a refurbished version of a newly released product. Because refurbs are new devices that get sent back, it may take 3 to 4 months for them to become available. For very popular releases, it could take 6 to 9 months for devices to hit the refurbisher’s shelves.
Can you get AppleCare on refurbished Mac?
For extended coverage, you have the option of purchasing the AppleCare Protection Plan with your Apple Certified Refurbished Product. The AppleCare Protection Plan extends the complimentary coverage on your Apple Certified Refurbished Product to up to three years of world-class support.
Are refurbished computers worth the money?
Are refurbished computers safe? As long as they have been cleaned and reset properly, you’ll have nothing to worry about. You can always get additional cyber security to prevent future issues. And if you want to save money on your next purchase, refurbished devices may be a good idea.
How do I know if my Mac is new or refurbished?
Ask the customer service representative to verify if the serial number on your MacBook Pro is from a refurbished model. Give the representative the computer’s serial number. The representative will tell you if the serial number belongs to a computer that Apple refurbished.