Apple Store vs. Glyde: Warranty, Reviews, Support

Apple Store vs. Glyde

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Summary
  • Manufacturer refurbished.
  • Each device goes through a rigorous 50 point inspection.
  • All of the Apple devices are securely erased, loaded with a fresh operating system.
  • Professionally tested by in-house certified technicians.
  • Glyde is powered by an innovative technology platform called TessaB that allows buyers to verify the condition of a seller's phone, creating transparency that minimizes the disputes that are all too frequent on today’s marketplaces. With the Glyde Connect app, buyers run comprehensive diagnostics tests when they receive their phone, giving them confidence that their new, used phone is 100% fully functional.
Refurbished products
New Products
Warranty 1 year
Eligible for AppleCare+
3 months
Glyde do not offer accidental damage protection, but, you can add a 1 or 2 year accidental damage protection plan from TessaB Protect when you purchase your phone.
Return Policy 2 weeks 3 months
All phones can be returned if the diagnostic tests fail when the buyer receives the phone
Shipping Free
Shipping costs are calculated and displayed before you complete your order on the Apple Online Store.
Free
Glyde offers USPS ground shipping for free (1-5 days). Or buyers can upgrade to USPS Priority Mail for a charge which takes 1-3 days.
Store pickup
International Shipping us Ships to United States by default
You can ship US products to your country, tax-free, with My US »
Installment Payments

Interest-free through Apple Card

Payment Methods

Apple Pay, Apple Card, PayPal, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, UnionPay, Apple Gift card

Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Discover, Paypal

Student Discount

Education discounts cannot be applied to refurbished products, but only to new products. (Link)

N/A

Battery Condition Refurbished iOS devices will come with new battery and outer shell
Included Accessories Every device will come with all original accessories, cables and operating systems Listings include handset only
Excellent Condition (Grade A)

You will receive a “like new” device with genuine Apple replacement parts that has been thoroughly cleaned and inspected. Refurbished iOS devices will come with new battery and outer shell.

• Pre-Owned Premium: Fully functional. No chips or cracks on the phone screen (and back of the phone if the back is made of glass). If there are any scratches or scuffs, they are barely noticeable.

Good Condition (Grade B)

N/A

• Pre-Owned Plus: Fully functional. Light scratches and/or scuffs, but no cracks or chips on the phone screen (and back of the phone if the back is made of glass).

Fair Condition (Grade C)

N/A

• Pre-Owned Economy: Fully functional. Noticeable scratches and/or scuffs, but no cracks or chips on the phone screen (and back of the phone if the back is made of glass).

Parent Company Apple, Inc TessaB
Headquarters Location usCupertino, CA, US usFlorham Park, NJ
Incorporation Year 1976 2021
Support
1-888-300-5711 (9am - 5pm ET Monday to Friday)
Social Media
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Listing Date on RefurbMe September 2007 December 2020