The only phones I've ever owned are a Moto G 1 and my current Samsung Galaxy S7. The S7 is starting to wane and I'm worried it'll die soon. Both lasted 7+ years (4+ years in my ownership) and I'm hoping my next phone can do the same. My priorities are, in order:
Longevity/eco-friendliness (I buy refurbished and I want them to last as long as possible, including physical durability because I'm clumsy)
Security/minimizing my phone spying on me (but not much you can do about that these days)
Good camera (I hate the camera on my S7 -- this is my biggest hesitancy about getting another S)
General everyday performance
I'm not a gamer, so my phone generally gets used to browse, text, take notes, listen to podcasts, etc. I use the Google ecosystem with the exception of Galaxy Buds. If I was going off camera alone I would definitely go for the Pixel but it seems that the longevity/hardware isn't great.
My local refurbished place is running a sale right now with Moto One Ace for $150, Pixel 7 and Galaxy A53 for $200, Pixel 8 for $280, Galaxy S22+ for $330. I'm open to other models too though.
Best place to buy Galaxy refurbished?
Recommend me a refurbished phone with good longevity?
Good websites to buy refurbished, used, or new Galaxy phones?
refurbished phones
Where to shop for refurbished phones?
What is the difference between Samsung Certified Re-Newed phones and other refurbished/used phones?
What is a refurbished phone?
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Likely S20, or S21. I'd like to know the battery is good. Thoughts on Swappa, Ebay, Backmarket?
I bought one refurb on amazon and did not have good luck. It seems they do not have sellers with very large numbers of sales?