5 Accessories Every Refurbished iPhone Owner Should Have

Buying refurbished is one of the smartest ways to get a flagship iPhone without the flagship price tag — but a few well-chosen accessories go a long way toward protecting that investment and getting the most out of your device. Here are five worth adding to your cart.

1. A Genuine-Fit Charger

Every refurbished phone we sell at SmartGear NZ is tested and cleaned before it reaches you, but the included cable is only half the story. A reliable fast charger, like the Belkin Mixit 2.4AMP Home Charger, keeps your phone topped up quickly without putting extra strain on the battery.

2. A Proper Case

Most of our refurbished iPhones already ship with a case and screen protector included, but if you're upgrading your protection, look for a case with reinforced corners. Drops are the number one cause of cracked screens on secondhand devices, and a good case is cheap insurance.

3. A Tempered Glass Screen Protector

Screens are the most expensive part to repair on any iPhone. A tempered glass protector adds a sacrificial layer that takes the scratches and impacts so your screen doesn't have to.

4. A Backup Power Bank

Older iPhone batteries naturally hold less charge than day one. A compact power bank means you're never caught out on a big day, and it's especially handy if you've picked up one of our older refurbished models like the iPhone 7 or 8 Plus.

5. Cloud Backup

Not a physical accessory, but arguably the most important one: turn on iCloud or Google Photos backup the day your refurbished phone arrives. If anything ever happens to the device, your photos and data are safe.

Every device at SmartGear NZ is 100% functional-tested before it ships, so pair it with the right accessories and it'll serve you well for years. Browse our full range of refurbished phones and accessories today.