Buying a Note 4 N910A off EBAY.

[CBreen28]

A couple of bulk sellers with good ratings have this unlocked version for $627.99. I don't think I'd ever buy a used phone with all of the insurance scams going on but is it safe to by a new phone on ebay from a bulk seller?? I'm just curious how these sellers are able to sell the AT&T version for $627.99 when AT&T is selling them for $849??

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[calebleesdad]

I got mine off eBay. It was an international (read Chinese) version so not carrier branded though. Read the fine print. These could be returned items and they call them "new-other" which are typically refurbished by the manufacturer or third party. There may be risk that these are clones/fakes but if as you say this is a reputable bulk seller then you should be okay. Youtube has several "how to spot a fake note 4" videos and I advise you check them out. Be prepared to return if needed and pay with credit card that has insurance...in case it is a scam and you have to get your money back. There's always some risk when it comes to online purchases but the upside is you can get a great phone at a good price. Good luck.

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[CBreen28]

Thanks for the response. This is the one I'm watching. It's AT&T version. He was very quick to respond which is good I guess.
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-...119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

And this is his response to my "are they customer returns? " question.....


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[callihan_44]

I considered this phone off ebay but It makes me nervous, I may go ahead and just flop the cash down at the at&t store for full price. If something happens to it just a short drive away.

 

[clevin]

Thanks for the response. This is the one I'm watching. It's AT&T version. He was very quick to respond which is good I guess.
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-...119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

And this is his response to my "are they customer returns? " question.....
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Obviously nobody can assure you anything here, but I would do it myself if I am in your position.

It has good seller ratings, and eBay does offer some buyer protections.

@T-Mobile GN3

 

[CBreen28]

I considered this phone off ebay but It makes me nervous, I may go ahead and just flop the cash down at the at&t store for full price. If something happens to it just a short drive away.

Yeah I'm thinking T mobile too but it'd be 699 plus tax which would be $756 ....ouch!

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[anon(5719825)]

Yeah I'm thinking T mobile too but it'd be 699 plus tax which would be $756 ....ouch!

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But they are new and you know what you are getting. I paid for my Note 4 and Note Edge in full on the T-Mobile site. I did not want to be making payments. Some people have gotten fake phones on eBay.

 

[anthony2558]

I like Swappa. EBay is pretty good with its buyer protection. Just make sure you fully read the listing. Key words like, unlocked, clean or clear ESN / IMEI should be in it. Ready for activation.


For instance:
http://swappa.com/listing/CJI626/view?ref=mobilenations&data1=UUacUvbUpU4234724

 

[bassplayrguy]

Thanks for the response. This is the one I'm watching. It's AT&T version. He was very quick to respond which is good I guess.
Samsung Galaxy Note 4 SM N910A 32GB Charcoal Black at T New | eBay

And this is his response to my "are they customer returns? " question.....
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I would be very leery of this. Why would there be ATT liquidation of this model phone when it is selling successfully? I say, walk away.

 

[callihan_44]

I got lucky I guess, bought this phone yesterday and forgotten it was actually time for my contract renewal. I didn't have to pony up the full amount and Im selling my htc one m8 to help pay the cost. I was nervous the phone would be too big but comparing directly with the m8 it really isn't much bigger, now to decide to case or no case the phone

 

[Debbie Marcantonio1]

Complete # should be:
4-SM-N910A
for AT&T carrier compatible with GSM carriers but NOT Verizon and Sprint.
The IMEI # if seller will give you can be verified by AT&T or possibly Samsung for warranty information.

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[jayk82]

I like Swappa. EBay is pretty good with its buyer protection. Just make sure you fully read the listing. Key words like, unlocked, clean or clear ESN / IMEI should be in it. Ready for activation.


For instance:
http://swappa.com/listing/CJI626/view?ref=mobilenations&data1=UUacUvbUpU4235823

Swappa's where I got my AT&T Note 4 (brand new in box!!), couldn't have been easier.

 

[anthony2558]

Swappa's where I got my AT&T Note 4 (brand new in box!!), couldn't have been easier.

And Swappa allows has a section that allows your to verify that the ESN is clear. I believe you only get 5 or so free searches a year.

 

[jayk82]

And Swappa allows has a section that allows your to verify that the ESN is clear. I believe you only get 5 or so free searches a year.

I've sold on swappa before. I thought it was a prerequisite that it have a clear ESN?

Sent by my Note 4 on Tapatalk

 

[anthony2558]

I've sold on swappa before. I thought it was a prerequisite that it have a clear ESN?

Sent by my Note 4 on Tapatalk

It is. But they also have an area that you can check up to 5 esn's a year for yourself. Like if you were to buy off of craigslist(not recommend).

 

[jayk82]

It is. But they also have an area that you can check up to 5 esn's a year for yourself. Like if you were to buy off of craigslist(not recommend).

Ooooh, cool. Good to know!

Sent by my Note 4 on Tapatalk

 

[sparker04]

Swappa's great! I got my mom's phone from there.

 

[CBreen28]

Hmmm Swappa sounds legit but what's stopping someone from just reporting it stolen after they ship it out? Like a scammer might have a legit mint condition used phone, Swappa checks it, it's legit but then after I buy it they report it stolen?

Just one more question on swappa. Why do the listings say New(resale). What does the resale mean exactly?

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[CBreen28]

So I emailed them and this was the response.


"This means that it's being sold by a re-seller, not a retailer. The other option is "New (Retail)"


Now I'm curious how these people get these brand new phones? Doesn't that seem sketchy?

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[race4life]

I've bought and sold a few phones on Swappa and have zero issues. My guess is if a phone was stolen, new or used, the esn number would not be clear.

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