If you have already decided on the model of a mobile phone, then there is another important question - where to buy it in order to be satisfied with the price, not be disappointed in the quality of your purchase and be sure of warranty service? So, which one to choose: an online store or an offline specialized outlet?
It is necessary
- Today, there are many ways to buy a phone. Among them, four main groups can be distinguished: an online store, a specialized cellular communication salon, a hypermarket of household appliances and electronics, and an official manufacturer's store. After comparing the options, you will surely notice that prices for the same model may differ significantly. Therefore, first you need to figure out why this is happening. Why in stores prices for a cell phone can differ significantly?
- Many buyers, before going shopping, compare the cost of the phone they like in different retail outlets and often get different results from each other. Of course, prices do not differ significantly, but a 25- or even 40-percent difference is not so rare. Should you rush to the store where you can buy a phone with such a low price?
Instructions
Step 1
The number on the price tag depends on many indicators, the main of which are:
Place of assembly
A mobile phone of the same model can be assembled at different manufacturer's factories in China, Malaysia, Europe and many other countries. The European assembly is often called "white" and is considered the highest quality and most expensive, the Chinese one is "yellow" and cheaper, since labor is cheaper in China. This applies to mobile phones that are legally assembled in China, at the official factories of major manufacturers. And how many devices are assembled in "handicraft" factories and then sold like the original? Of course, the prime cost of such a product will be low, as well as the price set by the seller, but the quality of the device will also leave much to be desired.
Step 2
Import method
Even a high-quality cell phone can be imported into Russia legally and illegally. Look under the back of your phone or examine the box for the EAC (Customs Union Compliance Mark). If it is in stock, it means that this product is certified, if not, it is imported into the country illegally or is completely counterfeited. Such a cell phone will cost significantly less, but in the event of a breakdown, it will be impossible to repair it at a service center.
Step 3
Official production
Sometimes you can find very cheap options for top-end expensive phones, but you should not rush to make a seemingly bargain purchase. Most likely, in this case, the store offers a counterfeit machine.
Such devices, usually assembled illegally, outwardly completely copy popular phone models, but their quality does not stand up to criticism. Naturally, they are not subject to warranty service either. Before buying such a phone, take a good look at it.
