Check a second-hand device
A guided checklist to test the screen, touch, keys, cameras, sound and microphone before buying, with a final report.
Do these checks on the device, in front of the seller, before paying.
- Physical condition
- Dead pixels
- Touch screen
- Keyboard
- Webcam
- Speakers
- Microphone
- Battery
- Charging and ports
- Physical buttons
- Accounts signed out
- Serial number
Before the meeting
- Ask for the original invoice and box.
- Bring earphones and a charging cable.
- Meet the seller in a public place, during the day.
- Check that the device is not reported stolen (IMEI).