Monday, 14 November 2011

To my fellow online sellers, (Part 2)

Here’s something for you…
Step 2: Filling out the Shipping Request
The shipping request will ask for the seller’s full name, email address, daytime phone, address and his or her preferred choice of payment. Also available in this section is the Terms of use of the site and the Sell iPhone code.

Let me pause in this part first as I want to emphasize the importance of reading the terms of agreement.
The terms of use or terms of agreement usually has all the necessary information about a company’s process and operation. It is important for a company to have this certain page of conditions to avoid any misconception about how they handle their devices. What is written here is very important and people should always read this section so further troubles can be prevented from taking place.

Also in this section, the seller is given the chance to withdraw from the transaction in case there are certain provisions or “parts of the deal” which he or she finds to be unacceptable or objectionable considering his or her rights.

Once the seller agrees to the site’s Terms of use or Terms of agreement, it is settled that everything about the deal has been consented to and approved.

Step 3: Selling the Device
After clicking the “Sell iPhone” button, the seller will be directed to the thank you page where he or she is advised to check his or her email for an automatic message that will confirm the email address.
After confirming the deal, the site states that a protective packaging and prepaid shipping label will arrive at the seller’s doorstep within two to three days.
 
Now, let me explain my thoughts about this kind of process.
A site that will provide free shipping for the device is already considered legit. This is because scammers, online thieves and other forms of internet based criminals will never pay for such a crime in terms of money.

If a site asks you for money, then its motive is downright shady. One common thing about these crooks is that they are always after their own benefit and they will not bother to shell out cash just to leave you empty-handed.

They want to rip you off with your device but they will never pay for its shipping fee. Only credible and capable companies will offer this kind of service. Thus, this proves cashforiphones.com is legit and definitely not a scam.

Here’s another thing, if a site provides you with a package that is partnered with seasoned delivery businesses like UPS and USPS, chances are, they are operating under lawful bounds. This is because companies like UPS and USPS have their own image that they protect.
These companies will not dare taint their names by being partners with criminals disguised in good faith. This is a sign that the site has a good reputation. Again, this fact makes cashforiphones.com a reliable site where sellers can sell their gadgets.


To my fellow online sellers, (Part 1)

Here’s something for you…
There have been a lot of wide spreading reports right now which you may have seen on the internet about bogus sites and fake buyers. As online sellers, we must try and share our experiences to help those who would like to sell their valued devices online.

Online selling is a convenient source of income for those who want to stay home while earning money from old, used and even broken devices. This can be through the use of auction sites and refurbishment sites. The use of auction sites like EBay and Craigslist is actually common for those who still have a lot of time on their hands.

However, if an online seller has limited time to check the site on a regular basis, it is a lot better for him or her to sell his goods to a refurbishment site like cashforiphones.com or cashforlaptops.com.
Here’s the thing though, there was a reported case of “scam issues” associated with one of these sites. Let’s take the case of cashforiphones.com.

Just recently, I saw a thread inquiring if cashforiphones.com is a scam. As an avid online seller myself, I tried to uncover the truth behind this problem. So I read the user generated comments to know more about it.

In the earlier responses, I read that some people think that cashforiphones.com is a scam because the site refused to pay them the quoted amount that was originally offered for their devices.
These customers decided to get their handsets back instead of selling it to the site as they thought it was a better choice. Boy, they were frantic and disgruntled.

I read more of the comments and found out that there were plenty of responses saying that the site is legit as far as their experience with the service is concerned. They said that they did not have any price negotiations.

They stated that they received the same quoted price and there were no adjustments made available. So with two contradicting claims about the site, I decided to visit the site and examine their online process myself.

Right on the webpage, I read the “How It Works” section of the site to see if their operation has acceptable terms for the seller. Judging from their process, nothing seems to be wrong. Here’s their process:
Step 1: Getting a Quote
To get a quote, an online seller must provide the device’s brand and model. Since the site only buys iPhone and iPod Touch iterations, the seller has zero probability of getting the brand and model wrong.
Once the model is chosen, the seller will then provide an easy and quick assessment of the device by checking if the devic
  1. Turns on and works fine
  2. Has missing or bad battery
  3. Has cracked or defective scre
  4. Doesn’t Power on.
After this step, the quoted price will be offered to the seller in which he or she is free to accept or refuse. On that same page, the seller can click “Continue” so that he or she will be directed to the next step which is the filling out of the shipping request.


Friday, 11 November 2011

Addressing the Rumor: The Cashforiphones.com Scam

Rumors always seem to hover around wherever people go. More often than not, these rumors do more bad than good. Nothing nice ever comes out of it. While rumors about people usually go away when the storm passes, when a business gets a bad rumor, it’s bound to stick with them for life.

I’m talking about the rumors about the Cashforiphones.com scam. If you don’t know the website, they’re an online company that buys used iPhones from people. You’ve read that correctly. They give you money in exchange for your iPhone, whatever the condition – even if it’s broken!

But what is the rumor about the website anyway? Before we go into that, you need to understand how the company operates. First, you get a quote given by the company in their website. Depending on the model and the condition of your iPhone, the price differs. You’ll definitely get a low price if the phone is damaged or broken. But if the model is in good condition, you’ll get a good deal out of it.

If you accept their offer, then they mail you a box. The shipping is already paid for, so you don’t have to do anything at all. Then you send your device back to them. They inspect your iPhone and give you a notification email.

Here’s where the so-called Cashforiphones.com scam comes in. People complain that the original price offered to them was lowered to a point that they feel swindled. I’ve read in internet forums that they were being offered very cheap prices. Some posted that they were offered 100 dollars lower than the original price! That’s ridiculous. Some even said that they were receiving a check of $15 instead of $35 for their iPhone. If the iPhone was that cheap to begin with, why even bother selling it?

To the people who do not accept their offer, they get their phone back.

So now you wait for your money to arrive. Usually it arrives in couple of days, if you choose to receive your money by check. But if you want to get it quickly, they have PayPal as an option.

And if you’re going to check the discussions about the Cashforiphones.com scam, you’ll see that the posters are very new users. They don’t have credibility when it comes to their complaints. They are simply detractors who would want to destroy a completely legitimate business.

I’m happy to say that I’m a customer of cashforiphones.com and I’ve never had any problems. They bought my iPhone 3GS from me for $150. Then they called me again and said they were going to offer me $120 because of the scratches in the phone. The customer service representative was very kind and understanding to my inquiries about the reduced price. Though they did reduce the price, it wasn’t really bad since I didn’t feel cheated in any way. And so after a couple of days I received my check.

Since the iPhone4S is out now, I’m very excited to buy it. I’ve heard that the Siri application is a very cool feature of the phone. So for all those who think that Cashforiphones.com is a scam, check the credibility of the source first. They might be the competition, using unethical business practices to beat Cashforiphones.com

Wednesday, 9 November 2011

Cashforiphones is a Scam? The Experiment

When I broke my iPhone 4 8GB last month, I was totally messed up. The incident happened when my sister accidentally sat on it when I left it under the chair cushion. When I retrieved it, the screen was cracked beyond repair. Although I could still turn it on, I could not see what was behind the strokes of glass slivers. That was probably the worst day of my life.

            I could have forgotten my broken iPhone because my Dad bought me the newest Apple smartphone- the iPhone 4S. I was enjoying the sleek features and functionality of the iPhone 4S when my sister asked me where I put the broken iPhone 4.

            When I handed it to her, she examined it and said that I could still get cash in exchange for my broken gadget. I said, “Really? Who gives a damn about a damaged gizmo like that?” But she cut me off and told me that I should try trading it in online, not heeding the results because, well, it was broken in the first place. Certainly, there was nothing to lose.

            So that prompted us to pull off an experiment, and that was to sell my broken iPhone 4. When we logged on to the internet we came across a certain website that goes by the name of cashforiphones.com. But even before we made it to the website, there was a link headlined Cashforiphones is a scam! We clicked it and we saw nasty and unfavorable comments about the website.

            But did that dampen our spirits? Hell, no!  Adventurous as we were, we still went on selling my broken iPhone 4. For no reason! Just wanting to prove- or disprove- the issue that cashforiphones.com is a scam.

            And off we went; I logged on to the website and clicked the ‘get an instant online quote’. I was asked about the condition of my iPhone. I clicked the right buttons and boy, I was surprised that they were willing to pay me $158 for a cracked iPhone. Sure, there was cash in what I considered trash.

            Because I was really hyped up, I finished the transaction in less than a minute. I filled out an online shipping and packaging form, and then I received an email notification wanting to confirm my selling request.

            I was told to wait for a free mailing box at home, and that I needed to put the iPhone in and take it to a UPS branch near my location which I very well did.

            Would you believe what happened? I got the price I had been quoted. Yes! After one week, I got it through mailed check. I was really happy when I was staring at the crisp check. My God! Just when I though I couldn’t max out the value of my broken iPhone 4, only one website was there to save the day- and that was cashforiphones.com!

            And we now have the conclusion: cashforiphones is certainly not a scam!

Wednesday, 2 November 2011

Is Cashforiphones.com a Scam?

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1. We keep our customers happy

Our 99.96% satisfaction rate says it all! All our transactions are described in 3S: secure, satisfactory and simple. We commit convenience to our customers – from instant online quotes to shipping and payment.

2. We value your trust

In the last 7 years, we paid over $13,564,327 without fail! Our iPhone experts will give you an objective assessment of your gadget. Value for money is our best offer.

3. We safeguard your privacy

We are a proud member of TRUSTe. Web privacy and internet security is our guarantee. We safeguard your personal information like our own.

4. We are 100% legit

We are VeriSign certified. This means you have the confidence to click anything in our site because the world`s #1 trust mark verified our online identity.

5. We say NO to scams

We are anti-Internet rip offs! We don`t like businesses that make profit out of identity theft, fraud and phishing scams.

6. We guarantee FREE shipping.

We pioneered paying for the box and shipping costs of our customers via USPS. All you need to do is to wait for the mailman to collect your package at your doorstep, any day. That`s all gain and no pain at all!

7. We have fast payment options

We offer PayPal services for an easier way of getting paid online. You may also receive your check via mail. Regardless of the payment option you choose, the aim is to get your money quick and safe!

8. We are Green warriors

Our website is Green Certified. We keep our carbon footprints and power consumption to a minimum. We are partners with Battery Solutions to ensure proper and responsible recycling and disposal of ewastes.

9. We only want the real deal

If you change your mind in dealing with us, we will send your iPhone back free of charge! Our customer service representatives will keep you updated and guided every step of the way.

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We support the Reno-Sparks Gospel Mission in caring for the homeless and the needy. If we can advance the cause of the environment, we can definitely promote the welfare of the less fortunate!

We are a trustworthy and dependable site. Want testimonials and honest reviews on our business? Visit http://www.cashforiphones.com/testimonials and see what our satisfied customers think of us.

Try our superb service and contact us at sales@cashforiphones.com!

Tuesday, 18 October 2011

Lucky 7!

7 Reasons to sell your iPhone 4 for iPhone 5!
Let’s get this straight! These are the top seven most talked about facts about the new iPhone 5! Get the new phone and get lucky!
1.      Faster multi-core processor 
Cheers to the A5 chip! How would you like to have a phone running a chip like that of the iPad 2? Awesome, right!
No more crying your heart out for less battery life. Enjoy speed and performance with the new iPhone 5!
2. Upgrade in integrated graphics 
Are you fond of watching videos and TV programs? Are you a gamer and you eat and breathe games? Then experience IGPU with iPhone 5! Guaranteed the best!
3. NFC technology 
Take advantage of the iWallet! No more paying bills with the excruciating boredom of waiting in lines.
4. New antenna 
No more discrimination! No more “death grip” and no more problems with receptions! Everything’s back to normal, for good.
5. Spec bump
Aside from a multi-core processor, the iPhone 5 will likely enjoy major spec bumps like more available memory, more data storage capacity and a 4-inch screen size. How would you like it now, huh?
6. 1080p video recording and better camera
The 5 megapixel camera of the iPhone 4 was well-loved, but there are rumors saying that the iPhone 5 will have an 8 megapixel camera from Sony! This enables the new iPhone to get the probable upgrade for 1080 video recording. Good news? Indeed!
7. LTE-4G
What else would you want to have with the iPhone 5? Of course! It’s 4G! Considering the fact that 4G is one of the hottest topics on the tech table, people are crossing their fingers to have it.
As Apple is known to be innovative in designing and manufacturing their products, this feature should definitely be on their upgrade list! Even though the rumor mill does not back up a lot on this one, there might be a chance that Apple would consider. After all, who would like to be left behind ancient times, right?
So are all these things worth checking out? DEFINITELY. If you have an iPhone 4 and you think you’d like to get a hold of the iPhone 5 when it comes out on the market, then sell your iPhone 4 to get it!
Who would not want to experience the most advanced phone in the world to come? Well definitely not you. So sell your iPhone 4 for it. There are indeed a lot of ways and a lot of benefits.
Let’s first talk about the benefits you will get when you choose to sell your iPhone 4 before getting that shiny and sparkling iPhone 5.
When you sell your iPhone 4, you are already being a gadget minimalist. This goes to show that you know how to properly take care of your gadgets by getting the most out of their value. When you have something used, you should not intend to just throw it away. You should figure out a more profitable and desirable way of letting it go.
So if you will sell your iPhone 4, congratulate yourself as you are on the right track.
Also, when you opt to sell your iPhone 4, you are doing nature a great favor. You must know that when you are able to keep these possible e-wastes from landfills, you are already keeping harmful chemicals from polluting our natural resources.
Just imagine what fulfillment it would bring if you sell your iPhone 4 to get money while being able do something green and noble for the planet. Wouldn’t it be nice?
The idea of selling your mobile gadget when you want to upgrade to a new phone can bring you a lot more of these greener benefits than you can think of. So sell your iPhone 4 and enjoy the good life.
So let’s talk about how you can sell your iPhone 4.
Though it may sound difficult to do, it’s the other way around. You can sell your iPhone 4 in just a matter of a minute. The key is to go online and go to a site owned by refurbishing companies to sell your iPhone 4 through an online transaction.
All you need to do is to click and get a quote, follow their instructions and wait for your money in the bank.
So sell your iPhone 4 and get that iPhone 5! There’s more than seven benefits and you now know that! Enjoy upgrading!

Wednesday, 5 October 2011

Arkon for iPhone 4

Are you a car person? Are you someone who spends most of your time on the road? Have you experienced difficulty checking your iPhone when driving? Well, if you think you agree to most of these questions if not to all, then you should definitely check the car mounts for the iPhone made by Arkon.

Arkon is a manufacturer of car mounts for the iPhone. They have quite a number of products that will help iPhone users check on their iPhone when they are on for the road whenever, wherever.

Car mounts for the iPhone are mounting solutions that will help an iPhone user in a variety of ways. Mounting your iPhone properly when you are driving will help to avoid accidents regarding certain issues about it. 

For instance, you no longer have to do texting while driving or talking on the phone when you have to fix both your hands on the steering wheel. Also, you can enable the use of mapping when you are figuring out which way to go to without having to check your phone in your hand or in the passenger’s seat.

Having a car mount for your iPhone can give you a lot of convenience that perhaps I could not name one by one. According to your use, these car mounts can help you in one way or another depending on what the situation calls for it.
All of these and more can help you in going for a safer way of traveling while staying connected whether in sending emails, attaching files, texting, calling and being online.
There are five products you can choose from for your convenience. These are:
1.      SM012 – Mini Weighted Friction Dashboard Mount
2.      GN014-SBH – Travelmount Mini Swivel Windshield Suction Pedestal
3.      AP013 Circular Adhesive Dashboard Disk
4.      GN015-HPB-2 Mini Windshield Suction Pedestal
5.      SM050-2 Slim-Grip Holder
The Arkon Pedestals
The pedestals have pretty much the same qualities except that GN015-HPB-2 can let you alter the angle of the holder into higher or lower positions, toting to the swivel ball that both pedestals have. 

The swivel ball is convenient to use as it can allow you to easily manipulate the iPhone’s position however you may want.
Meanwhile, the suction cup can be attached to the mount or to the windshield of your car.
What makes it more reliable and dependable is that it does not separate itself from the mount or the windshield where it is attached.
The Slim-Grip Holder
On the other hand, the holder than Arkon offered for the iPhone is the Slim-Grip Holder. The holder has four support legs that you have to adjust and slide to the grooves in the holder to be able to use it. It is actually a universal holder that can fit to any phones.
Whatever the phone is, as long as the Slim-Grip Holder can adjust, you can use it for mounting your phone. You just have to give out considerable amount of force to be able to adjust the legs. Also, in using this to mount your phone, you have to pull the spring-loaded grip mechanism down so it will spring back up and lock the phone to the holder. 
Indeed, these car mounts will help you have a secured journey when you are driving and when you have to check your phones every now and then. These creations are phone accessories that are worth your money because of the accessibility it can give you.
What’s even better is that, most of these car mounts are not just made for the iPhone 4 but they can also be used for other phones for the same purpose. This way, you do not have to change phones just to get a car mount accessory just like what is mentioned and shown above.
Arkon for iPhone 5
Though the iPhone 5 is still in the shadows, most iPhone aficionados believe that there will be more accessories from Arkon and from other iPhone accessories makers to be invented. As the iPhone 5 is something that is definitely “to look out for”, a lot of accessory companies are trying to invent and create more suitable gizmos that will complement its use.
Speaking of iPhone 5’s release, it is definitely a must to sell your iPhone 4 if you want to get the iPhone 5 once it goes available on the market. You have to save money to buy it as well as the important accessories that will come with it. The trade will be justified if the items you bought for your money is all worth it.