Why are refurbished electronics cheaper?

[ariel]

Like someone said, someone returns a broken product and it gets fixed. Me, I like to have all new electronics. Even if its repaired technically, It may or may not have a scratch, dent, or other hardware defect. I always go new. For example I got a TV with a scratch on it once before. Could this be refurbished, maybe.

 

[NoraCat]

Refurb items are basically used but factory reconditioned; they usually even have a warranty. They really aren't lower quality, but they might have minor cosmetic problems like small scratches. I've bought several refurb items like iPods, and haven't been disappointed.

 

[A-Bizzy]

I'm looking to buy an iTouch online and the refurbished one is $50 cheaper. Is it of less quality, or something?

 

[toxicrat2]

no, it was a defective product that was returned to the manufacturer and fixed up.
it's good as new.

 

[ariel]

Like someone said, someone returns a broken product and it gets fixed. Me, I like to have all new electronics. Even if its repaired technically, It may or may not have a scratch, dent, or other hardware defect. I always go new. For example I got a TV with a scratch on it once before. Could this be refurbished, maybe.

 

[NoraCat]

Refurb items are basically used but factory reconditioned; they usually even have a warranty. They really aren't lower quality, but they might have minor cosmetic problems like small scratches. I've bought several refurb items like iPods, and haven't been disappointed.

 

[toxicrat2]

no, it was a defective product that was returned to the manufacturer and fixed up.
it's good as new.