{"id":4906,"date":"2020-06-17T14:26:27","date_gmt":"2020-06-17T02:26:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.geeksonwheels.co.nz\/?p=4906"},"modified":"2024-01-25T16:29:53","modified_gmt":"2024-01-25T03:29:53","slug":"buying-second-hand-technology-the-ultimate-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/geeksonwheels.co.nz\/gadgets\/buying-second-hand-technology-the-ultimate-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Buying Second-Hand Technology | The Ultimate Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Your guide to buying refurbished, second-hand gadgets<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"l-col__main\">\n<div class=\"c-entry-content \">\n<p>You may think it&#8217;s impossible to save money on your gadgets <strong><em>and <\/em><\/strong>get excellent quality technology, but Geeks on Wheels can help you do both! By giving you access to a great range of second hand, <strong>#GeekApproved<\/strong> devices, that have been refurbished and recommended by our very own <strong>#Geeks,<\/strong> you\u2019ll save money <strong><em>and<\/em><\/strong> get great tech!<\/p>\n<p>We understand that you may feel sceptical of the word &#8216;refurbished&#8217; because usually, when something is cheaper, it can be risky, and therefore buying a new product is a safer option. Purchasing a refurbished product means it may have previously been broken or at least had issues that needed repairing.<\/p>\n<p>We want to take away any uncertainty by recommending devices that we would recommend to our mothers!<\/p>\n<p>These devices go through a rigorous series of tests and if we determine they aren&#8217;t fit, they simply will not be sold to you. <strong>#GeekApproved<\/strong> means you can have confidence about who refurbished the device so you won&#8217;t need to worry about it when you receive it.&nbsp; Our technicians know the state of the second-hand technology we sell precisely, including where it&#8217;s been and what you should expect from it. And if your device does break, you can hold us accountable as all our <strong>#GeekApproved<\/strong> devices come with a 12-month warranty. We&#8217;ve got confidence that our <strong>#Geeks<\/strong> really know their stuff!<\/p>\n<p>Paying more for something new is understandable, especially if you aren&#8217;t feeling confident in purchasing refurbished gadgets but <strong>#Geekapproved <\/strong>exists and will show you that buying refurbished technology can be risk-free, safe and of course, allow you to save some money too! <a href=\"https:\/\/www.geeksonwheels.co.nz\/contact-geeks-on-wheels\/book-a-geek\/\">Book an appointment<\/a> now and you could end up with some epic devices at lower prices.<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.geeksonwheels.co.nz\/contact-geeks-on-wheels\/book-a-geek\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-4943\" src=\"https:\/\/geeksonwheels.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Copy-of-website-banner.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"824\" height=\"224\"><\/a><\/h2>\n<h2>WHAT TO LOOK FOR WHEN PURCHASING SECOND-HAND TECHNOLOGY<\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019re on the lookout for a refurbished product we would recommend looking at the manufacturer first. Buying from them means that you are more likely to get a higher standard of refurbishment and repackaging as they have the necessary materials to do this. On the other hand, you can buy from a trusted technology company. Geeks on Wheels has been approved by Apple is a genuine reseller of their products. <strong>Geek Approved<\/strong> is a service that we take pride in and we do a great job of refurbishing second-hand technology.<\/p>\n<p>Here is a list of questions that you should always ask. before purchasing refurbished goods&#8230;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>What condition is it in? Is it in like-new condition or somewhat used?<\/li>\n<li>Does it come with all original accessories and documentation?<\/li>\n<li>What kind of warranty does it have, and who is providing it?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The answers to those questions really depend on your preferences.<\/p>\n<p>Again, all items that you purchase from <strong>#GeekApproved<\/strong> come with a one-year warranty.<\/p>\n<h2>IS THERE ANYTHING THAT I SHOULDN\u2019T BUY REFURBISHED?<\/h2>\n<p>This is entirely based on preference.<\/p>\n<p>Some people are uncomfortable with the thought of purchasing second-hand headphones even though they are thoroughly cleaned and refurbished before selling. However, for some people, they feel uncomfortable knowing how closely people use them.<\/p>\n<p>One of the main factors to consider is the warranty. Our advice would be to really consider whether the warranty is long enough to support you and that the device is in the exact condition that has been claimed.<\/p>\n<h2>WHERE CAN I FIND REFURBISHED SECOND-HAND TECHNOLOGY?<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.geeksonwheels.co.nz\/\">Geeks on Wheels&nbsp;<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pbtech.co.nz\/\">PB Tech&nbsp;<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.apple.com\/nz\/shop\/refurbished?afid=p238%7CskuH09Zja-dc_mtid_18707vxu38484_pcrid_316237530137_pgrid_13045119621_&amp;cid=aos-nz-kwgo-brand--slid---product--\">Apple&nbsp;<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>GEEK APPROVED<\/h2>\n<p>Geek Approved introduces you to a wide range of refurbished products. Due to the fact that these products are second-hand, we don&#8217;t have a catalogue of specific products. However to give you a good idea of the kind of items we see in Geek Approved we have put together a list of common brands and products.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"l-col__main\">\n<section class=\"c-nextclick\" data-cid=\"apps\/nextclick-1592186991_3554_293371\" data-cdata=\"{&quot;dynamic_links&quot;:[{&quot;title&quot;:&quot;The best free apps for video calling&quot;,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https:\/\/www.theverge.com\/21286781\/best-video-call-apps-free&quot;,&quot;data-analytics-link&quot;:&quot;nextclicks&quot;,&quot;data-analytics-viewport&quot;:&quot;nextclicks&quot;,&quot;data-vars-analytics-link-title&quot;:&quot;The best free apps for video calling&quot;},{&quot;title&quot;:&quot;The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra is $300 off for the first time at Amazon&quot;,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https:\/\/www.theverge.com\/good-deals\/2020\/6\/11\/21287697\/samsung-galaxy-s20-ultra-xbox-one-x-controller-western-digital-ssd-1tb-deal-sale-best-buy-amazon&quot;,&quot;data-analytics-link&quot;:&quot;nextclicks&quot;,&quot;data-analytics-viewport&quot;:&quot;nextclicks&quot;,&quot;data-vars-analytics-link-title&quot;:&quot;The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra is $300 off for the first time at Amazon&quot;},{&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Digital game downloads for the Nintendo Switch are heavily discounted right now&quot;,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https:\/\/www.theverge.com\/good-deals\/2020\/6\/11\/21287694\/nintendo-switch-game-downloads-digital-sale-discounts-super-mario-aces-party-skyrim-witcher&quot;,&quot;data-analytics-link&quot;:&quot;nextclicks&quot;,&quot;data-analytics-viewport&quot;:&quot;nextclicks&quot;,&quot;data-vars-analytics-link-title&quot;:&quot;Digital game downloads for the Nintendo Switch are heavily discounted right now&quot;},{&quot;title&quot;:&quot;How to watch Sony\u2019s PS5 game live stream&quot;,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https:\/\/www.theverge.com\/2020\/6\/11\/21274537\/sony-ps5-event-launch-watch-live-stream-how-to-start-time-game-showcase&quot;,&quot;data-analytics-link&quot;:&quot;nextclicks&quot;,&quot;data-analytics-viewport&quot;:&quot;nextclicks&quot;,&quot;data-vars-analytics-link-title&quot;:&quot;How to watch Sony\u2019s PS5 game live stream&quot;},{&quot;title&quot;:&quot;How to start a video meeting in the free version of Microsoft Teams&quot;,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https:\/\/www.theverge.com\/21285118\/meeting-microsoft-teams-schedule-video-call-group&quot;,&quot;data-analytics-link&quot;:&quot;nextclicks&quot;,&quot;data-analytics-viewport&quot;:&quot;nextclicks&quot;,&quot;data-vars-analytics-link-title&quot;:&quot;How to start a video meeting in the free version of Microsoft Teams&quot;},{&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Bowers &amp; Wilkins PX5 wireless noise-canceling headphones are $80 off today&quot;,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https:\/\/www.theverge.com\/good-deals\/2020\/6\/10\/21286312\/bowers-wilkins-px5-headphones-deal-xbox-game-pass-ultimate-razer-blade-steam&quot;,&quot;data-analytics-link&quot;:&quot;nextclicks&quot;,&quot;data-analytics-viewport&quot;:&quot;nextclicks&quot;,&quot;data-vars-analytics-link-title&quot;:&quot;Bowers &amp; Wilkins PX5 wireless noise-canceling headphones are $80 off today&quot;}],&quot;entry_id&quot;:21022722,&quot;experiment_id&quot;:&quot;exp_102&quot;,&quot;experiment_base_url&quot;:&quot;http:\/\/vox-datascience.s3.amazonaws.com\/recommender\/recs\/&quot;}\">\n<div class=\"c-related-list\" data-cid=\"site\/related_list-1592186991_2244_293370\" data-cdata=\"{}\">\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/geeksonwheels.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/imac-27-cto-hero-201903wid627amphei522ampfmtjpegampqlt95ampop_usm0.50.5amp.jpg\" alt=\"Buy iMac - Apple (NZ)\" width=\"277\" height=\"230\"><\/figure><div data-cid=\"site\/entry_sponsorship\/native_ad-ydDlsnegmVygTVUL77Gcmg==\"><\/div>\n<div data-cid=\"site\/entry_sponsorship\/native_ad-ydDlsnegmVygTVUL77Gcmg==\">\n<p><strong>Apple iMacs<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Apple&#8217;s primary desktop computer. The iMac is an &#8220;all-in-one&#8221; that houses the computer and drives within the flat panel monitor case. Since their debut in 1998, iMacs have been extremely popular.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div data-cid=\"site\/entry_sponsorship\/native_ad-ydDlsnegmVygTVUL77Gcmg==\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www8.hp.com\/nz\/en\/images\/LT_WS_Composite_tcm194_2192440_tcm194_2193389_tcm194-2192440.png\" alt=\"Business Laptops | HP\u00ae New Zealand\" width=\"521\" height=\"214\"><\/figure><div data-cid=\"site\/entry_sponsorship\/native_ad-ydDlsnegmVygTVUL77Gcmg==\"><\/div>\n<div data-cid=\"site\/entry_sponsorship\/native_ad-ydDlsnegmVygTVUL77Gcmg==\">\n<p><strong>HP Business Grade<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Business-grade, ready to go,&nbsp;HP business&nbsp;laptops are all that and more. They&#8217;re fully customizable to cater to any&nbsp;business need!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div data-cid=\"site\/entry_sponsorship\/native_ad-ydDlsnegmVygTVUL77Gcmg==\"><\/div>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/img.business.com\/o\/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYnVzaW5lc3NuZXdzZGFpbHkuY29tL2ltYWdlcy9pLzAwMC8wMTUvMTk1L2kwMi9kZWxsLXhwcy0xMy05MzcwLnBuZz8xNTE5MjI0MjU2\" alt=\"Best Dell Business Laptops: 2018 Picks - Business News Daily\" width=\"380\" height=\"231\"><\/figure><div data-cid=\"site\/entry_sponsorship\/native_ad-ydDlsnegmVygTVUL77Gcmg==\"><\/div>\n<div data-cid=\"site\/entry_sponsorship\/native_ad-ydDlsnegmVygTVUL77Gcmg==\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Dell Business Grade&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Dell business&nbsp;technology solutions for computers, servers, storage and computer accessories. Discover technology that can improve your&nbsp;business.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<section class=\"c-nextclick\" data-cid=\"apps\/nextclick-1592186991_3554_293371\" data-cdata=\"{&quot;dynamic_links&quot;:[{&quot;title&quot;:&quot;The best free apps for video calling&quot;,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https:\/\/www.theverge.com\/21286781\/best-video-call-apps-free&quot;,&quot;data-analytics-link&quot;:&quot;nextclicks&quot;,&quot;data-analytics-viewport&quot;:&quot;nextclicks&quot;,&quot;data-vars-analytics-link-title&quot;:&quot;The best free apps for video calling&quot;},{&quot;title&quot;:&quot;The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra is $300 off for the first time at Amazon&quot;,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https:\/\/www.theverge.com\/good-deals\/2020\/6\/11\/21287697\/samsung-galaxy-s20-ultra-xbox-one-x-controller-western-digital-ssd-1tb-deal-sale-best-buy-amazon&quot;,&quot;data-analytics-link&quot;:&quot;nextclicks&quot;,&quot;data-analytics-viewport&quot;:&quot;nextclicks&quot;,&quot;data-vars-analytics-link-title&quot;:&quot;The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra is $300 off for the first time at Amazon&quot;},{&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Digital game downloads for the Nintendo Switch are heavily discounted right now&quot;,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https:\/\/www.theverge.com\/good-deals\/2020\/6\/11\/21287694\/nintendo-switch-game-downloads-digital-sale-discounts-super-mario-aces-party-skyrim-witcher&quot;,&quot;data-analytics-link&quot;:&quot;nextclicks&quot;,&quot;data-analytics-viewport&quot;:&quot;nextclicks&quot;,&quot;data-vars-analytics-link-title&quot;:&quot;Digital game downloads for the Nintendo Switch are heavily discounted right now&quot;},{&quot;title&quot;:&quot;How to watch Sony\u2019s PS5 game live stream&quot;,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https:\/\/www.theverge.com\/2020\/6\/11\/21274537\/sony-ps5-event-launch-watch-live-stream-how-to-start-time-game-showcase&quot;,&quot;data-analytics-link&quot;:&quot;nextclicks&quot;,&quot;data-analytics-viewport&quot;:&quot;nextclicks&quot;,&quot;data-vars-analytics-link-title&quot;:&quot;How to watch Sony\u2019s PS5 game live stream&quot;},{&quot;title&quot;:&quot;How to start a video meeting in the free version of Microsoft Teams&quot;,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https:\/\/www.theverge.com\/21285118\/meeting-microsoft-teams-schedule-video-call-group&quot;,&quot;data-analytics-link&quot;:&quot;nextclicks&quot;,&quot;data-analytics-viewport&quot;:&quot;nextclicks&quot;,&quot;data-vars-analytics-link-title&quot;:&quot;How to start a video meeting in the free version of Microsoft Teams&quot;},{&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Bowers &amp; Wilkins PX5 wireless noise-canceling headphones are $80 off today&quot;,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https:\/\/www.theverge.com\/good-deals\/2020\/6\/10\/21286312\/bowers-wilkins-px5-headphones-deal-xbox-game-pass-ultimate-razer-blade-steam&quot;,&quot;data-analytics-link&quot;:&quot;nextclicks&quot;,&quot;data-analytics-viewport&quot;:&quot;nextclicks&quot;,&quot;data-vars-analytics-link-title&quot;:&quot;Bowers &amp; Wilkins PX5 wireless noise-canceling headphones are $80 off today&quot;}],&quot;entry_id&quot;:21022722,&quot;experiment_id&quot;:&quot;exp_102&quot;,&quot;experiment_base_url&quot;:&quot;http:\/\/vox-datascience.s3.amazonaws.com\/recommender\/recs\/&quot;}\">\n<div class=\"c-related-list\" data-cid=\"site\/related_list-1592186991_2244_293370\" data-cdata=\"{}\">\n<div data-cid=\"site\/entry_sponsorship\/native_ad-ydDlsnegmVygTVUL77Gcmg==\"><\/div>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/geeksonwheels.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/5525164_R_Z001Aw750amph440ampqlt70.jpg\" alt=\"Buy HP i3 8GB 1TB Desktop PC &amp; 24W Monitor Bundle | Desktop ...\" width=\"421\" height=\"247\"><\/figure><div data-cid=\"site\/entry_sponsorship\/native_ad-ydDlsnegmVygTVUL77Gcmg==\"><\/div>\n<div data-cid=\"site\/entry_sponsorship\/native_ad-ydDlsnegmVygTVUL77Gcmg==\">\n<div id=\"rso\" data-async-context=\"query:all%20in%20one%20pc%20definition\">\n<div class=\"g mnr-c g-blk\" lang=\"en-NZ\" data-hveid=\"CA0QAA\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwilnY_jpYfqAhUUwTgGHRLKCscQjDYoAHoECA0QAA\">\n<div class=\"kp-blk c2xzTb Wnoohf OJXvsb\">\n<div class=\"xpdopen\">\n<div class=\"ifM9O\">\n<div class=\"mod\" lang=\"en-NZ\" data-md=\"61\">\n<div class=\"LGOjhe\" role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"3\" data-attrid=\"wa:\/description\" data-hveid=\"CA0QAQ\">\n<p><strong>All in Ones<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>All-in-one PCs<\/strong>, also known as&nbsp;<strong>all-in-one<\/strong>&nbsp;desktops, integrate the&nbsp;<strong>computer<\/strong>&nbsp;case and system components into the monitor so that the entire&nbsp;<strong>PC<\/strong>&nbsp;is contained&nbsp;<strong>all in one<\/strong>&nbsp;unit.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div data-cid=\"site\/entry_sponsorship\/native_ad-ydDlsnegmVygTVUL77Gcmg==\"><\/div>\n<div data-cid=\"site\/entry_sponsorship\/native_ad-ydDlsnegmVygTVUL77Gcmg==\"><strong>Laptops<\/strong><\/div>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.techadvisor.co.uk\/cmsdata\/slideshow\/3214618\/best_laptop_2020_thumb1200_4-3.jpg\" alt=\"Best Laptop 2020: Which Model Should I Buy? - Tech Advisor\" width=\"391\" height=\"293\"><\/figure><div data-cid=\"site\/entry_sponsorship\/native_ad-ydDlsnegmVygTVUL77Gcmg==\"><\/div>\n<div data-cid=\"site\/entry_sponsorship\/native_ad-ydDlsnegmVygTVUL77Gcmg==\">\n<p><strong>Laptops<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In general, the Geek Approved team has a great experience with refurbishing laptops and we have a good range available so be sure to ask your Geek for the catalogue!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div data-cid=\"site\/entry_sponsorship\/native_ad-ydDlsnegmVygTVUL77Gcmg==\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"c-related-list\" data-cid=\"site\/related_list-1592186991_2244_293370\" data-cdata=\"{}\">\n<div class=\"c-related-list__video\">\n<div class=\"c-video-embed\">\n<div data-cid=\"site\/video_embed\/sanitize-1592186991_3749_293369\">\n<h3 id=\"volume-placement-3852\" class=\" p-scalable-video\" data-volume-placement=\"linkset\" data-analytics-placement=\"entry:linkset:auto\" data-volume-id=\"75991\" data-volume-uuid=\"2e6331266\" data-analytics-label=\"Surface Earbuds review: too little, too late | 75991\" data-analytics-action=\"volume:view:entry:linkset:auto\" data-analytics-viewport=\"video\" data-volume-player-choice=\"youtube\" data-volume-trigger=\"none\"><strong>Follow us on social media&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div data-volume-placement=\"linkset\" data-analytics-placement=\"entry:linkset:auto\" data-volume-id=\"75991\" data-volume-uuid=\"2e6331266\" data-analytics-label=\"Surface Earbuds review: too little, too late | 75991\" data-analytics-action=\"volume:view:entry:linkset:auto\" data-analytics-viewport=\"video\" data-volume-player-choice=\"youtube\" data-volume-trigger=\"none\">\n<p><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/user\/GeeksOnWheelsNZ\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/geeksonwheels.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/yumminky-social-media-08-512-150x150.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3977\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Subscribe to our YT Channel<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Geeks_Tweet\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/geeksonwheels.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/twitter-3-e1576626251186-150x150.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3976\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Follow us on Twitter<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/GeeksOnWheels\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/geeksonwheels.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/fb-icon-150x150.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3975\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Like us on Facebook<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"l-col__sidebar\" data-analytics-placement=\"sidebar\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your guide to buying refurbished, second-hand gadgets You may think it&#8217;s impossible to save money on your gadgets and get excellent quality technology, but Geeks on Wheels can help you do both! 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