This is a world of rapidly evolving technology and products that make our lives convenient, fun, and usually better in every way. No matter which way you look at it, from things we need to survive like food and home, to things we love like entertainment and leisure, we are all consumers and love to buy.
What kind of consumer are you? Do you prefer to update your products to the latest models with newest tools and gadgets? Perhaps, you are the type of person who only buys value and appreciates using your products until they do not work anymore, exhausting your products lifespan completely before replacing. There is also the aspect of cost which for most, is a major deciding factor when making purchases. Additionally, some are influenced by the actual companies they stay loyal to or make purchases that are associated with good causes for which they support.
As consumers, we buy new and used goods all the time. Certain things like a house or a car are commonly bought used and it is a normal thing to buy used. Other stuff we would never think of buying used, like someone’s leftover lunch. However, it is silly to think that in today’s world with the advancements and integration of technology, we can’t get more use and value out of what we have. This new technology is not only in our homes but lives in manufacturing and production as well. For this reason, companies have more control over the quality of their products than ever before. Especially when it pertains to technology products, you can choose to buy something refurbished and often, receive something better than new that benefits every type of consumer, which ever one you may be.
First, what does refurbished mean? Well, the exact definition is “renovate and decorate” according to the Oxford dictionary. Probably why it is a word often used when describing home renovations. I think that when most people hear the word refurbished, they think of the words used or second hand, but that is not necessarily the case.
Particularly regarding electronic products, it is easier than ever to shop refurbished products and I am going to highlight the benefits and demonstrate exactly why you should consider doing so.
Quality & Warranty
A major concern when buying a refurbished item is that the item will not be of the same quality as a “new” one. That is simply not true. With electronics, a refurbished item could have been labeled as such for several reasons from an open box, it was a demonstration and display product, or had a cosmetic flaw. This does not mean that the item has been used or is no good. Whatever the reason is, these items come from the manufacturer and have been renewed and reconditioned to become sellable, often never even making it into the hands of any consumer. The manufacturers replace and restore whatever components necessary to ensure the quality of the product, put it through rigorous testing, and then mark it as certified refurbished. This almost always comes with the normal manufacturers warranty and is why you want to shop from trusted retailers that only sells certified refurbished electronics.
Savings
Now that you know you are getting a reliable item of quality that the manufacturer and retailer stand behind, let’s talk about savings. It’s an easy one. You save money. You get the item you wanted of the same quality you intended. It’s the smart way to shop. And, if you’re on a budget, this is a great way to be able to afford the items you needed or wanted.
You Get the Latest Technology
When you think of refurbished you may think it is old, but that is also often not true. Majority of the time, you can find current models of products refurbished, just at a lower cost to you. Millions of products get made and shipped all over the world, there are always a percentage that needed a little extra attention for whatever reason and find their way to being categorized as refurbished.
Make the World a Greener Place
Without going into great detail about the harms of electronic wastes and electronic pollutions, just know. It is bad. Toxins from electronic waste can contaminate the water, poison the soil, can move into the atmosphere, and therefore pollutes the ecology of our food. Only about 25% of all electronic waste goes to proper recycling plants with protective equipment and gear for their employees.
When you decide to purchase a refurbished item, not only are you getting all the benefits of your new product, but you are helping make the world a better, healthier place for everyone.
Good Items to buy Refurbished
Many refurbished products that you can shop for are available to choose for all kinds of categories of your life. You may even spot something you wouldn’t normally have bought, but now you have that snowblower for your property during winter. Imagine how ecstatic you are to avoid back pain and no longer have to spend hours shoveling. All because the refurbished product was within your budget.
That was just one example of products that you may find. Let’s look at a few more great items to shop refurbished.
Smart TV’s are a common item that is an excellent item to shop refurbished. Televisions have already gone down in price as the market is flooded with product and newer models, so buying a refurbished smart tv would give you back even more savings. It’s a great idea if you’re looking to add a second TV to the guest room or updating your current older model.
PC Monitors are another fantastic choice of refurbished products to shop. monitors are generally sold separately from the computer itself. Since you have to buy one anyway, why not shop for a better model or size refurbished PC monitor at an equal to or lower cost than the lower model or grade non-refurbished one. If you sometimes work from your laptop at a desk, you may hold off from getting a monitor because the laptop monitor does work, however, you may consider a refurbished monitor because of the savings. Having an external monitor, keyboard and mouse makes a world of a difference when working at a desk with a laptop. PC Monitors also use external power sources and there is really not that many components in them that can go wrong making it an ideal product to shop refurbished. There is also an abundance of monitor components due to them being used in every sector and every industry of modern life which is causing a problem when it comes to disposing of them.
Buying a refurbished vacuum may not be something you might think of, but vacuums can be expensive and is something we use all the time. You may even splurge to try one of those automatic robot vacuum cleaners because they’re such a great deal.
In conclusion, shopping for refurbished products is not only an excellent way to save money while enjoying all the regular benefits of the product, but it is healthy for the environment and for the good of our planet.
Enjoy Life & Happy Shopping!
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