OzMobiles

11/08/2026

"What if it breaks?" is the question that stops most people buying refurbished. It's also the wrong thing to worry about.

In Australia, a refurbished phone bought from the right place is not the riskier option. On top of that, OzMobiles puts its own 12-month warranty behind every device it sells.

So before the next glitch ruins your afternoon, it helps to know what is actually covered.

Refurbished phone warranty explained: what OzMobiles covers, your rights under Australian Consumer Law, and how to make a claim if something goes wrong.

07/08/2026

Buying a second-hand phone in Australia comes with some notorious risks, from stolen smartphones to dead batteries to getting stuck without a warranty.

Refurbished smartphones are popular in Australia due to the cost of living and the increased awareness of how much you can save compared to the recommended retail price (anywhere from 20% to 70%).

Here is the OzMobiles guide to buying second-hand vs refurbished phones in Australia.

Discover the difference between a second-hand vs refurbished phone in Australia. Buy a certified phone with a 12-month warranty at OzMobiles.

06/08/2026

One of these came out in 2013. How old is the phone you're watching this on?

21/07/2026

Cracked LCD? See how we refurbish our second-hand devices for re-sale.

One of our repair techs rolled up his sleeves and gave this iPhone a second life, right here at our Melbourne bench.

This is what "refurbished and tested" looks like behind the scenes. Every phone we sell gets the same treatment before it reaches you, then it's backed by warranty.

Shop refurbished at ozmobiles.com.au (link in bio)

17/06/2026

We're giving away a free iPhone Air this EOFY. 🎁

One iPhone Air 256GB in Exceptional condition, in the colour you choose, valued at $1,139. Free to enter, no purchase needed.

How to enter:

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Enter your email at ozmobiles.com.au/giveaway
We email you a unique entry code, and that code is your spot in the draw.

The winner comes from the public Oz Lotto numbers on 30 June, so the result is fair and anyone can check it. Entries close 11:59pm Sunday 28 June.

One entry per person. Tag a mate who is due an upgrade and share it around, so they get a shot too.

Open to AU and NZ residents 18+. T&Cs apply

24/04/2026

Every year, thousands of Australians buy refurbished phones from online marketplaces. Some get lucky. Others end up with a phone that looks fine on the outside but has a failing battery, a dodgy speaker, or worse, an IMEI that's been blacklisted.

The problem isn't buying refurbished. Refurbished phones are one of the smartest ways to get a quality device without paying full retail. The problem is buying untested.

You wouldn't buy a car without a roadworthy. Why do it with a phone? Every year, thousands of Australians buy refurbished phones from online marketplaces. Some get lucky. Others end up with a phone that looks fine on the outside but has a failing battery, a dodgy speaker, or worse, an IMEI that's be...