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1rottenapple

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I was eyeing an iPhone 17 upgrade this September but with what’s going on and needing an iPhone with satellite sos, I took the plunge. On a win I found this pretty prolific iPhone reseller with 12000 feedback.

I bought this unlocked iPhone 16 512 teal color for $775!!! “Excellent condition.” I could not believe it and it comes with squaretrade one year warranty. My first 13 mini back in 2021 was purchased second hand, as well as my second iPhone 13 mini also purchased second hand. Both in mint condition. So I felt comfortable with this route.

The phone was manufactured in July 2024, first use feb 2025. It has ZERO battery cycle counts. Apple warranty until feb 2026. I am mulling buying the AppleCare plus warranty for the drop protection since I plan to keep with with no case…. Comes in a random box with rando usb-c black cable. Pristine condition no scratches.

All in all I am very happy and I saved close to $400! And it’s unlocked of course!
 

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I love that color. I’m considering going from my 15 pro max to a regular 16 because I’m burnt out on the size/weight, and I am in limbo between that and black.
 
I love that color. I’m considering going from my 15 pro max to a regular 16 because I’m burnt out on the size/weight, and I am in limbo between that and black.
yes I love the color. On slightly dim light its a "blue" hue. In bright light it's green. It's my favorite color. The new blue doesn't really match the best blue which was on the iPhone 12.
 
I called apple support and bought apple care without theft and loss protection. 2 years for $149. Rocking the no case no screen protector look.

So you can do that? Is it only if you do the two years up front? I was gonna add it to my grandkids’ 16e(s), and see that I can only do it with the theft/loss, but I want it to bill monthly.
 
I called apple support and bought apple care without theft and loss protection. 2 years for $149. Rocking the no case no screen protector look.

Aye; I decided to go Raw with my M4 iPP . . . it was scary for the first week, but it's rather durable, and I don't think about the downsides anymore.
 
So you can do that? Is it only if you do the two years up front? I was gonna add it to my grandkids’ 16e(s), and see that I can only do it with the theft/loss, but I want it to bill monthly.
Yah I read on macrumors you have to call apple support. I downloaded the support app, then called, asked about it, gave them my serial number, and they send me a link to pay and activate it. I’ve never lose my things so it’s a waste paying for theft and loss.
 
So you can do that? Is it only if you do the two years up front? I was gonna add it to my grandkids’ 16e(s), and see that I can only do it with the theft/loss, but I want it to bill monthly.
Yah two years upfront only. Apple care for 149.
 
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