"Refurbished" (?) Laptops
The price looks attractive. I can afford one... Walmart, Woot, whatever... Here is an online dictionary definition for "Refurbished" Refurbished In computer technology, refurbished refer...
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Seattle Steve wrote:
It totally depends upon who did the refurbishing. I have purchased refurbished, but only refurbished by and purchased directly from quality manufacturers. Other than that, you never know what you will be getting. For some, refurbished could mean simply opening up the case and blowing out the dust.
X2. Most listings say if it was factory refurbished or done by a 3rd party. Stay away from 3rd party refurbs. Factory refurbs are as good as a new product except the warranty period is often shorter.
I have bought MANY refurbed electronics over the past 30 years. Never once had a problem.
