Every Mobile Phone we sell on the musicMagpie Store goes through an extensive in-house refurbishment process to ensure you’re getting a great quality device for a great price. That's why we're rated EXCELLENT on Trustpilot!
Every Mobile Phone we sell on the musicMagpie Store goes through an extensive in-house refurbishment process to ensure you’re getting a great quality device for a great price. That's why we're rated EXCELLENT on Trustpilot!
Our team of trained professionals test every phone we receive using PhoneCheck, an industry standard software solution that tests devices for up to 90 potential faults. PhoneCheck is renowned for its accuracy, helping us to identify and fix any potential issues during the refurbishment process.
Every device we sell has passed the PhoneCheck test and has a Certificate of Identification and Functionality to prove it, meaning you can shop with complete confidence!
The PhoneCheck test consists of up to 90 different checks, some of which test components you may not even realise your phone has! Here's everything you need to know.
Here are all the functional checks (where applicable) we carry out on our mobile phones...
| Power On |
Accelerometer
|
Jailbroken Test
|
| Power Button | Barometer Test | Complete Manual Erase |
| Device Charging | Gyroscope Check | Complete Factory Reset |
| Charging Port | Proximity Sensor | Vibration |
| Device Firmware | Light Sensor | Lock/Unlock Button |
| Connectivity | Microphone | Bixby Check |
| Wi-Fi | Video Microphone | Digitizer |
| Bluetooth | Voice Memo Recorder | LCD Screen Check |
| Cellular | Speaker | Liquid Damage Check |
| GPS Connectivity | Loudspeaker | Multi Touch Screen Check |
| WLAN Connection | Volume Up/Down | Force Touch Screen Check |
| Location Services | Headphone Jack Test | Fingerprint Scanner |
| NFC Check | Android Activation Check | Touch ID |
| SIM Reader Test | Complete Google Account Removal | Front Facing Camera |
| SIM Tray Check | Complete Samsung Account Removal | Rear Camera |
| Rotation Check | Certified Date Wipe | Image Capture |
| Call Test | Complete Device Passcode Unlock | Flash Functionality |
| Rooted Check | ||
Here are all the device checks we carry out on our mobile phones…
| Manufacturer |
Device Colour
|
| Model | Device Network |
| Version | Wi-Fi Connect |
| Device CPU | Bluetooth Connect |
| Operating System | AssetWatch Check |
| Electronic Serial Number | Device Counterfeit Check |
| IMEI Number | Device Clone Check |
| Device Created Date | National Mobile Property Register Check |
| Device Internal Storage | Device Finance Check |
| Mobile Device Management | Device Insurance Claim Check |
It’s no secret that phone batteries degrade over time, but some last longer than others. PhoneCheck determines the remaining life of the battery, as well as identifying any potential faults including..
Cycle Count
Health Percentage
Battery Resistance Reading
Battery Full Charge Reading
Battery Temperature Range Reading
If the battery's life does not pass our health tests or shows any sign of faults, our expert technicians will replace it.
Here are all the screen & cosmetics checks we carry out on our mobile phones…
Screen Watermarks Test
Screen Cracks / Chips Test
Screen Lifting Check
Screen Pixel Check
Screen Resolution Test
Ports / Jack Cosmetic Check
SIM Tray Cosmetics
Button Cosmetic Check
Casing Check
Device Camera Check
Screen Burn Test
Screen Green Frame Test
You can read more about PhoneCheck here.
Our refurbished grades - Pristine, Very Good and Good - are solely based on the cosmetic condition of the device.
Whichever grade you choose, your mobile phone is guaranteed to work perfectly!
Flawless cosmetically and fully tested, pristine products are as good as new without the price tag.
You may notice some very light signs of use, but very good products are fully tested and work perfectly.
You’ll see some signs of wear and tear, but most of it can be covered with a case. As with all of our products, good devices are guaranteed to work perfectly.
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