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Smartphones Tiers

Our Smartphone Tier System is designed to give buyers clear, consistent insight into device condition at a glance. Every phone is professionally tested and assigned a Tier based on cosmetic appearance, so you can confidently select the right inventory for your resale strategy.

  • Primary Tiers
  • 100% Key Function Pass Rate
  • Clean ESN
  • No ID Lock
  • Fully functional device
  • No activation errors
  • Tested for major hardware functions
  • Secondary Tiers
  • 100% Key Function Pass Rate
  • One or more non-key functions may not work
  • Clean ESN
  • No ID Lock
  • No activation errors
  • Successfully powers on
  • Tested for major hardware functions

Primary Smartphones Tiers

(All key functions fully working)

Our Primary Smartphone Tiers represent devices that have successfully passed all critical functional tests. Each unit powers on properly, supports full core functionality, and is ready for resale.

The Tier level reflects cosmetic condition only, allowing you to confidently choose inventory that matches your pricing strategy and customer expectations.

Factory New (Sealed)

Condition: Brand new in original sealed packaging

  • Factory sealed

  • Never activated

  • Original packaging included

  • Perfect cosmetic condition

Handset Only

Condition: Brand new handset, no accessories or box

  • Never used

  • No original packaging or accessories included

  • Fully functional

  • Ideal for buyers who supply their own accessories

Open Box

Condition: Original packaging, opened but unused

  • Minimal handling

  • Accessories may be included

  • Fully functional

Premium Condition

Appearance: Flawless at first glance

Screen:

  • Very faint micro-scratches, visible only under close inspection

Housing/Bezel:

  • Minimal blemishes

Very Good Condition

Appearance: Very clean

  • Screen: Light micro scratches visible on close inspection

  • Housing: Minor small blemishes

  • Strong resale inventory

Very Good Condition

Devices have been cosmetically reconditioned to enhance their appearance. 

Appearance: Lightly Used

Screen:
Few to several faint, small scratches visible under close inspection or light.

Housing/Bezel:
Several blemishes (scratches or scuffs) visible upon quick inspection.

Good Condition

Appearance: Lightly Used

Screen:
Few to several faint, small scratches visible under close inspection or light.

Housing/Bezel:
Several blemishes (scratches or scuffs) visible upon quick inspection.

Note:
Compared to A2, devices will typically show more signs of wear.

 Fair Condition

Devices have been cosmetically reconditioned. Bezels may show fewer imperfections, but overall cosmetics are similar to Tier 4.

Appearance: Used

Screen:
Numerous faint scratches with some more noticeable marks visible upon quick inspection.

Housing/Bezel:
Several blemishes (scratches or scuffs) visible upon quick inspection.

Note:
Screens typically show more wear than tier 3

Used

B2 Appearance: Used

Screen:
Numerous faint scratches and some more pronounced marks visible upon quick inspection.

Housing/Bezel:
Several blemishes (scratches or scuffs) visible upon quick inspection.

Note:
Screens show more wear than Tier 4 devices.

Good Condition

Appearance: Polishable Grade

Screen:
Screens are suitable for polishing and may show extensive or pronounced scratches visible upon quick inspection.

Housing/Bezel:
Light to moderate visible blemishes such as scratches, scrapes, or scuffs. Painted bezels may show light paint chipping.

Note:
Blemishes are noticeable at a glance. Housing typically qualifies as Tier 4 or higher

Visible Blemish

Appearance: Heavily Used

Screen:
Extensive and pronounced scratches clearly visible upon quick inspection.

Housing/Bezel:
Heavy and pronounced blemishes (scratches or scuffs) clearly visible.

Cracked Glass

Screen:

  • LCD fully functional

  • Device has cracked glass on the front and/or back

  • Small percentage may have LCD blemish

Other:
Devices are not cosmetically graded and appearance will vary.

LCD Blemish

Screen:

  • LCD functional

  • LCD contains blemish (white spot, yellow spot, burn-in, discoloration, or halo)

Other:
Devices are not cosmetically graded and appearance will vary.

Secondary Smartphones Tiers

(Key functions working; minor functions may vary)

Our Secondary Smartphone Tiers include devices that successfully power on and pass all essential functional tests but may have one or more non-key features that do not work as expected.

These tiers are ideal for value-driven buyers, refurbishers, and repair markets looking for cost-efficient inventory with clear, transparent condition disclosure.

Minor Functional Issue

  • Good LCD

  • No cracked glass

  • One or more non-key features not working

Cracked + Functional Issue

  • Cracked glass

  • Powers on

  • Minor function issue

LCD Blemish + Functional Issue

  • LCD blemish present

  • No cracked glass

  • Minor function issue

Biometric Issue

 

  • Face ID or Touch ID not working

  • Other minor issues possible

  • Cracks or LCD blemish possible

Major Display Damage

 

  • LCD may have lines, black spots, discoloration, or full black

  • Powers on

  • Clean ESN

ablet & Wearable Tier System

Our Tablet & Wearable Tier System provides a clear, consistent way to evaluate device condition before you buy. Each unit is professionally tested and assigned a Tier based on cosmetic appearance, helping you confidently select inventory that fits your resale and pricing strategy.

  • Primary Tiers
  • 100% Key Function Pass Rate
  • Clean ESN
  • No ID Lock
  • Fully functional device
  • No activation errors
  • Tested for major hardware functions
  • Secondary Tiers
  • 100% Key Function Pass Rate
  • One or more non-key functions may not work
  • Clean ESN
  • No ID Lock
  • No activation errors
  • Successfully powers on
  • Tested for major hardware functions

Primary Tablets & Wearables Tiers

(All key functions fully working)

Our Primary Tablets & Wearables Tiers include devices that have passed all critical functional tests and are fully operational. Each unit is professionally inspected and graded based on cosmetic condition only, giving buyers clear, reliable expectations for resale-ready inventory.

Factory New

Condition: Brand new in original packaging

  • Factory sealed

  • Never activated

  • Original packaging included

  • Perfect cosmetic condition

 Best for retail-ready premium sales

 

Like New

Condition: Near-new

  • May be open box or handset only

  • Little to no signs of use

  • Accessories or box may be missing

  • Fully functional

Ideal for high-margin resale

 

Excellent Condition

Appearance: Very clean

Screen:

  • Very faint hairline scratches

  • Visible only under close inspection

Housing/Bezel:

  • Minimal micro blemishes

 Retail-friendly inventory

 

Good Condition

Appearance: Used

Screen:

  • Several light scratches visible on quick inspection

Housing/Bezel:

  • Noticeable scuffs and wear

Popular wholesale tier

 

Heavy Used

Appearance: Heavily used

Screen:

  • Extensive, pronounced scratches

  • Clearly visible

Housing/Bezel:

  • Heavy cosmetic wear and blemishes

Best for budget resale or refurbishers

Secondary Tablets & Wearables Tiers

(Key functions working; minor functions may vary)

Our Secondary Tablets & Wearables Tiers include devices that power on and pass all essential functional tests but may have one or more non-key features that do not work as expected. Each unit is clearly classified to provide transparent, value-driven inventory for buyers focused on repair, refurbishment, or budget resale.

Functional Issue (No Cosmetic Damage)

Functionality:

  • Powers on

  • Good LCD

  • One or more non-key functions fail

Screen:

  • No cracks

LCD:

  • No blemish

 Best value functional stock

Cracked Glass + Functional Issue

Functionality:

  • Powers on

  • One or more non-key functions fail

Screen:

  • Cracked front and/or back glass

LCD:

  • Mostly clean (small % may have blemish)

 Ideal for repair markets

LCD Blemish + Functional Issue

Functionality:

  • Powers on

  • One or more non-key functions fail

Screen:

  • No cracks

LCD:

  • Visible blemish (white/yellow spot, burn, halo, discoloration)

✅ Budget resale inventory

Biometric Issue

Functionality:

  • Powers on

  • Face ID or Touch ID not working

  • Other minor issues possible

Screen:

  • Cracks possible

LCD:

  • Blemish possible

 Advanced refurbisher stock

Major Display Damage

Functionality:

  • Powers on

  • One or more non-key functions may fail

LCD:

  • May have lines, black spots, discoloration, or full black screen

  • Clean ESN

  • No Apple ID lock

Parts or heavy repair inventory

Accessories — Tier System

Our Accessories Tier System is designed to give buyers a quick, transparent view of each item’s packaging condition and usage status. Every accessory is carefully checked and assigned a Tier, helping you confidently select inventory that matches your resale needs and customer expectations.

 

Factory New

(New Sealed)

Condition: Brand new in original packaging

  • Factory sealed

  • Never used

  • Original packaging intact

  • Perfect presentation

 Best for retail-ready sales

Open Box C

Condition: Like new

  • Original packaging included

  • Packaging opened but product unused or minimally handled

  • Typically customer returns within 14 days

✅ Ideal for near-new resale

 

Bulk Used

Condition: Pre-owned

  • Supplied in bulk

  • No original packaging

  • May show normal signs of handling or prior use

✅ Best for budget resale or bundle deals

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