Brits unwilling to buy used phones - despite complaints over new device prices

Less than half of Brits are willing to buy a refurbished phone - despite 83 per cent believing new smartphones are too expensive.

A poll of 2,000 adults found the main concerns about buying a pre-loved phone include poor battery life (61 per cent), the condition of the device (55 per cent) and the limited or lack of warranty (48 per cent).

Other common worries include fear of potential viruses or malware (43 per cent) or that the phone may have been stolen before being re-sold (34 per cent).

To dispel any myths around smartphones and highlight the potential savings on refurbished tech, iD Mobile [https://www.idmobile.co.uk/david-dickinsons-refurb-deals] and TV icon David Dickinson hosted a unique auction in London where bidders competed for savings on his top picks of quality pre-loved devices.

Lewis Henry, from iD Mobile, which claims to save customers an average of £250-a-year compared to major networks, said: “Whilst the savings speak for themselves, there are still a lot of myths surrounding refurbished phones.

“Many people assume they’ll be scratched, outdated models in a bad condition, when in reality, there’s often very little difference that can be easily spotted between a refurbished phone and a brand new one.

David Dickinson, famous for sniffing out a real ‘bobby dazzler’ of a deal, said: “These refurb phones are absolute bargains – top-notch condition, big savings, and no compromise on quality.

“Now that’s what I call a great deal!”.