I'll Probably Never Buy A New Phone Again
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I'll Probably Never Buy A New Phone Again
"There was a time when the September Apple Event felt like Christmas. I'd watch the livestream, eyes glued to the screen, ready to drop £1,200 on the latest "Pro Max" model just to have the newest camera sensor and a slightly faster chip. But as I sit here in 2026, perfectly content with my "new-to-me" iPhone 15 Pro Max that I bought "refurbished," I've come to a realization: I'll probably never buy a new phone again."
"The ProMotion Display: 120Hz scrolling that makes the new base models look like they're lagging. The Titanium Build: Lighter, stronger, and feels more premium than any standard aluminum frame. The Periscope Zoom: A professional-grade camera system that the base models still haven't caught up to. One of the best damn camera modules on the planet: Even by today's standards, the iPhone 15 Pro Max's camera is more than enough for professional content creation."
A 24-month-old iPhone 15 Pro Max refurbished purchase can deliver pro-grade hardware for the cost of a new base-model phone. The handset offers a ProMotion 120Hz display, a titanium chassis that is lighter and stronger than aluminum, and a periscope telephoto zoom unmatched by non-Pro models. The device includes Apple Intelligence features and a highly capable camera module suitable for professional content creation. Buying refurbished can yield flagship camera and performance while paying base-model money. The phone will receive roughly eight years of Apple support, including about six years of major iOS updates through at least 2029 or 2030.
Read at KnowYourMobile
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