Buying a refurbished iPhone can be a great way to save money, but there are a few things to consider before pulling the trigger. First off, $650 for a refurbished iPhone 15 Pro sounds like a pretty solid deal, especially with 120Hz, better materials (titanium frame vs. aluminum on the regular 15), and potential future support for features like Apple Intelligence. Those are legit upgrades over the standard iPhone 15. That said, here are some things to think about: Battery Health: With a refurbished phone, battery health is a big factor. Make sure the listing states the percentage of battery capacity left. Anything 85% and above is generally okay, but lower than that and you might notice it doesn’t hold a charge as well as a new phone. I personally would look for 93-97ish. Seller Reputation: Since you’re looking on eBay, double-check the seller’s rating and reviews. It’s worth paying a little extra for a reputable seller with a return policy in case something goes wrong. Warranty/AppleCare: See if the phone is still under Apple’s original warranty, or if you can add AppleCare. Refurbished devices from non-Apple sources typically don’t come with any Apple warranty, so that’s something to consider if you’re worried about repairs down the road. Condition: Look closely at the condition of the phone—"refurbished" can mean different things. If it's listed as "like new" or “Apple Certified Refurbished,” you’re in better hands than with something listed as just "used." Given that $650 is still a good savings compared to buying a new 15, it could be worth it if you're comfortable with the risks that come with buying a refurbished phone. If it's in good condition and from a reputable seller, you’d get more bang for your buck with the Pro features. Just weigh the warranty and battery factors before deciding! Let me know what you end up going with! More on reddit.com

I personally think this is a bad price. Only $119 off a brand new one. Apple sold them new for $1,199. I got a 15 Pro Max 512 GB from my carrier for $800 in July. More on reddit.com

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$800 is marginally higher than Apple pays for a traded-in 15PM. This price on the secondary market is suspiciously low. If you can’t verify the phone is legit, you might get scammed. If you want to be safe, wait until the 15PM is available in the Apple certified refurbished store and buy from there. More on reddit.com