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#324256 18-Mar-2026 17:11

Looking at maybe pickup up a 2nd hand "refurbished" Samsung S22 from somewhere like Just Tech/Mobile City.....

I know MC is hit and miss with their reviews but if I go in-store and purchase there and check it over, I should be ok... right ? :D

Anyone dealt with Just Tech - or anywhere else similar thats recommended ?

TIA

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#3471530 18-Mar-2026 17:15

Have you tried a WTB post on here?
I would trust GZ humans far more…

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#3471534 18-Mar-2026 17:23

Green Gadgets has been good for me - FedEx from Australia if I recall correctly

https://shop.greengadgets.co.nz/products/samsung-galaxy-s22-5g

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#3471535 18-Mar-2026 17:23

bendud:

Have you tried a WTB post on here?
I would trust GZ humans far more…

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Yeah I could do that too :D Once the funds are in hand I will.

But in meantime wont hurt to see who else is out there as well :)

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#3471551 18-Mar-2026 18:40

Be sure to check the exact model of phone you’re getting fully supports the NZ network bands if buy refurbished.
I know of several people now who purchased refurbished phones which are now a paperweights with the 3G switch off (they unknowingly purchased US variants).

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#3471554 18-Mar-2026 18:43

Wrong forum buddy.

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#3471606 19-Mar-2026 08:20

gzt: Green Gadgets has been good for me - FedEx from Australia if I recall correctly

https://shop.greengadgets.co.nz/products/samsung-galaxy-s22-5g

$100 more than buying local......

Or am I missing something.

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#3471609 19-Mar-2026 08:33

Andib:

Be sure to check the exact model of phone you’re getting fully supports the NZ network bands if buy refurbished.
I know of several people now who purchased refurbished phones which are now a paperweights with the 3G switch off (they unknowingly purchased US variants).

Very good point....

Right, then if I am looking at a S22/+, what should I be looking for to ensure I'm getting the right model for NZ ? :)

Mr AI tells me : SM‑S906B (global version) — fully compatible with NZ 4G + 5G

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#3471610 19-Mar-2026 08:42

If I'm basing just off the model (SM‑S906B), appears thats why Im seeing so many cheap... theyre all o/seas models. Bugger.

OK, I may have to look at other options :D

Recommendations for new $500 phone ? ;)

Prefer something with good camera (but obviously $$ plays into that), otherwise just good solid performance.

Samsung A36

Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5g

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#3472029 20-Mar-2026 16:04

xpd:

Looking at maybe pickup up a 2nd hand "refurbished" Samsung S22 from somewhere like Just Tech/Mobile City.....

I know MC is hit and miss with their reviews but if I go in-store and purchase there and check it over, I should be ok... right ? :D

Anyone dealt with Just Tech - or anywhere else similar thats recommended ?

TIA

I've purchased several Galaxy S phones 2nd hand from TradeMe without issue...

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#3472035 20-Mar-2026 16:34

I queried model number on a few, and none of them replied. So I'd say they know they're selling potentially questionable use items.

I ended up buying the Xiaomi. Arrives next week.

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#3472072 20-Mar-2026 20:00

xpd:
gzt: Green Gadgets has been good for me - FedEx from Australia if I recall correctly

https://shop.greengadgets.co.nz/products/samsung-galaxy-s22-5g

$100 more than buying local......

Or am I missing something.

30 day return period. There may be cheaper options on the site.