Used Phone Buying Checklist for Beginners in Bangladesh – Simple Step by Step Guide

Buying a used phone can be intimidating for beginners. With so many things to check, it's easy to miss something important. This simple step-by-step checklist guides you through the entire process of buying a used phone safely in Bangladesh.

Step 1: IMEI Check – The Most Important

Dial *#06# on the phone. Get the 15-digit IMEI. Check on the brand's official Bangladesh website. If it shows "invalid" or "not found", walk away. This is the most important step .

Step 2: Physical Inspection

Check screen for scratches, cracks, dead pixels. Check back and sides for dents. Check buttons – power, volume, home – click properly. Check charging port for damage or dirt .

Step 3: Battery Health Check

For iPhones: Settings > Battery > Battery Health. For Android: Download AccuBattery app. Below 80% means battery replacement needed soon .

Step 4: Camera Test

Take photos with front and back cameras. Test zoom. Test focus. Check video recording .

Step 5: Speakers and Microphone Test

Play music to test speakers. Make a test call. Record your voice and play back .

Step 6: Button and Port Test

Press all buttons. Plug in charger. Try headphones (if available) .

Step 7: Connectivity Test

Connect to Wi-Fi. Test Bluetooth. Test GPS .

Step 8: Seller Check

Check seller rating and reviews on mobile.com.bd/used-phones/. Ask for more photos if needed .

Step 9: Price Check

Compare price with similar listings. If price is 30%+ below market, be suspicious .

Step 10: Payment Safety

Use secure payment on mobile.com.bd/used-phones/. Use cash on delivery. Never pay in advance .

Buy your first used phone safely at mobile.com.bd/used-phones/.