Guides
Buy second-hand tech
without getting caught out.
Practical, plain-language guides for buying a used phone or laptop in South Africa, whether you buy from us or from someone else. What to check, what to ask, and when to walk away.
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How to check if a used phone is stolen in South Africa.
The IMEI checks, paperwork and account locks to look at before you hand over money for a second-hand phone. Read guide →
Is it safe to buy phones on Facebook Marketplace?
The most common Marketplace, Gumtree and OLX tech scams in South Africa, and how to avoid each one. Read guide →
Second-hand laptop checklist: what to check before you buy.
A step-by-step checklist for inspecting a used Windows laptop or MacBook, from battery health to hidden locks. Read guide →
Buying a used iPhone in South Africa.
Battery health, Activation Lock, parts history and the other things to check on a second-hand iPhone. Read guide →