Category: Selling

Rumor has it that the 6th Gen Apple TV is hitting the market this spring. The compact media box has greatly improved since its first release in 2007, so expectations are high for this upcoming release. What can people expect, what improvements can be made, and is an Apple TV worth buying?

Before You Continue Reading:

Apple TV: A device that connects to your TV and allows you to stream videos, play music, download apps, etc. 

Apple TV App: An app hub, where all of your features can be downloaded 

Apple TV+: Apple’s streaming service 

What Can You Do With an Apple TV? 

Apple TV is known for its high-resolution video playback, Siri voice control interactions, and most recently Apple TV+, its streaming service. 

Even though the device may appear intimidating, it’s quite simple to use.

Once set up, you can still watch cable TV, as well as stream your favorite original shows from Apple TV+, Netflix, Hulu, and others alike. 

You can also play music directly from your audio library and play games that can be found in the app store. 

And not to worry if you do not have your Apple remote on hand. Opt to use your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch to have complete control over your TV. Your Apple TV is also compatible with Bluetooth accessories such as AirPods, keyboards, and game controllers.

 

Apple has done a great job at making sure its device is accessible to everyone with its features that support all vision, hearing,  physical, and moto skills such as live captions, audio playback, and magnified text. 

What Can the Apple TV Improve? 

Apple TV’s main flaw is its lack of content and streaming service. 

Even though Apple TV+ streams hundreds of shows, many being original features, it does not compare to other streaming services like Disney+ and Netflix. According to Bloomberg, Apple managed to reach 10 million subscribers in February 2020, but only half were found to use the service actively. 

Critics say that the streaming service needs to focus on expanding its catalog with new and original shows, movies, and animations. But until then, Apple TV+ is not going to thrive the way it originally planned to. 

Hopefully, the streaming service can improve alongside the device it is often streamed on. 

How Much Is the Apple TV Worth? 

Whether you need to make room for the new Apple TV or you no longer want the one you have now, you can make money for your device easily. 

Tech Reboot offers cash for used Apple TVs. The trade-in value of your Apple TV depends on its model, condition, and included accessories. Fully functioning units are worth the most, but broken ones can still be worth cash.

Older models lose value over time when new models are introduced, so it is best to sell yours now while you still have the remote control and the power cable.

Tech Reboot always offers competitive prices on popular electronics and smart devices, so that our visitors can get the best price out of us. Listed on our website, your Apple TV will sell for a fair price, and you will have the most straightforward, easy-to-use user experience available.

Sell Your Apple TV for Cash

We’ll give you an instant quote for your Apple TV if you use our search feature on our website or simply select Sell > Accessories > Apple TV. Just enter your model number and the quote will show up instantly.

The Tech Reboot website is designed to make it the fastest, easiest way online to sell your Apple TV. You will receive a shipping label and shipping slip by email, so you can send your Apple TV the instant you’ve completed your quote.

Selling your old or unwanted Apple TV for cash is easier than binging your favorite Apple TV+ original with our website. There are several generations of this incredibly impressive streaming device, so check out our Apple TV buying page to find out the most current pricing.

How Do I Sell My Apple TV?

That’s easy. Just do this:

1. Select Sell > Accessories > Apple TV

2. Choose your generation Apple TV

3. Answer questions about the storage, accessories, and condition of your Apple TV

4. Ship your device to use with the included shipping label

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Several things in this life get better with time: cheese, wine, denim, iOS updates. There is an emphasis on iOS updates. 

Apple released iOS14 back in September 2020, right before the iPhone 12 series hit the market. Since then, a newer version of the operating system has been available every month. People are anticipating the release of iOS 14.5 sometime in February because of all of its new features. 

Here is what you should know and expect to see from the iOS 14.5 update.

Device Compatibility 

The latest version of the Apple operating system is compatible with phone models as old as the iPhone 6S. It is also compatible with the seventh-gen iPod Touch. 

If you have a fear of missing out on all of the new features, be sure to buy an iPhone for an affordable price. 

How To Download iOS 14.5 

At the moment, an iOS 14.5 download is only available through Apple’s Beta Software Program. We do not recommend that you go through with the public beta download because it may have bugs that could damage your device. 

When the finalized version does become available for download, all you have to do is open the Settings app, select General, select Software Update, and follow the instructions displayed on your phone’s screen.

What Is to Come? 

Apple’s iOS 14.5 brings new emojis, an updated Siri, and an improved Face ID, just to name a few. 

Over 200 New Emojis 

One of the best parts about iOS updates is the new emojis. They are more inclusive and expressive than ever before.

• Gender and race variations

• AirPods Max Pro instead of over-the-ear headphones 

• A heart surrounded by flames

• A syringe without blood 

• An exhaling emoji face 

• An emoji face with its head in the clouds

• Helmets on rock climbers

These small details matter and will surely make a difference in the way people express themselves through text. 

Hey Siri, What’s New? 

If you own an iPhone, you would know that Siri is essentially your assistant that fits in your back pocket. It is useful and gives you directions when you are lost, tells you jokes when you are blue, and finds you different recipes when you are hungry. But with iOS 14.5, it can now call authorities when you are in danger. 

You just have to say is “Hey Siri, call emergency,” and your phone will dial 911. If you did not mean to make this request, you have three seconds to cancel the call. 

The next Siri update has to do with your music.

Typically when you ask Siri to play a song, it defaults to Apple Music. With the new update, Siri will give you the option to choose from every music streaming app you have downloaded, such as Spotify and Pandora. From there, choose which one you would like to set as the default. 

Facemask Recognition

An unexpected annoyance that occurred this past year is having to take off your facemask or enter a passcode to unlock your iPhone because Face ID does not recognize you. 

With iOS 14.5, you have the option to unlock your phone while still wearing your mask- but the catch is that you have to own an Apple Watch. 

As long as your watch is on and unlocked, it will notify you when your phone is unlocked too. 

More Privacy 

The update also brings more privacy and transparency. Your apps are now required to ask for permission before tracking your activity and data. 

In Conclusion 

Not every detail about iOS 14.5 is known yet, but what we do know is exciting enough. What about the update are you the most excited about?

At Tech Reboot, we determine a phone’s condition before selling it to a customer with the help of our expert technicians and PhoneCheck Certification. 

But if you are not a tech expert or have a certification program at your disposal, what is the significance of checking your phone’s condition?

Well, first of all, Tech Reboot not only sells tech but buys it too. This means that the better the condition, the more money you make. Also, it is nice to know if your phone, tablet, or laptop is in great shape beyond its outer appearance. 

Keep reading to find out how to properly determine your phone’s condition at home before selling it!

Note: An iPhone 8 Plus will be used as an example throughout the blog. 

Make Sure Your Device Powers On and Off 

For your phone to function, it obviously needs to be able to power on and off.

To turn off an iPhone, hold down the lock button (right side of the phone) and the volume button (left side of the phone) at the same time. The phone should power off in a few seconds. Repeat the same steps to turn your phone back on. 

If your phone does not power on or off successfully, there may be an issue with your software, or you need a button repair done. 

Make Sure Your Device Can Hold a Charge 

A phone’s battery life is another determining factor of how good its condition is. 

When you plug in your iPhone, you should either hear a chime or feel it vibrate, as well as see a lightning bolt icon appear in the upper right corner. 

While on the charger, you will track how long it takes your phone to reach a full battery. According to Apple, it takes about three hours for a dead phone to charge to 100 percent. 

You should also track how long it takes for your battery life to dwindle. If your battery percentage significantly drops after a short period or the percentage does not increase after hours of being charged, you need to get a battery replacement. And if your phone doesn’t charge, to begin with, you probably need a lightning dock repair. 

Test All The Buttons

There are several buttons on your iPhone, and they all serve a different purpose. 

• Home Button

• Volume Buttons 

• Vibrate Button 

• Power Button 

Before you consider selling your phone, you need to make sure that these buttons function correctly. 

Test Your Mics and Cameras

It would be unfortunate if you were on an important phone call or recorded a video only to realize that the audio is awful. 

To test your mics, go to your Camera app and record a video with your front and rear cameras. Make sure to speak into the microphone at the top of the phone. When you playback the videos, the audio should be clear and easy to hear. 

While in the Camera app, test its quality as well. First, take a selfie. Make sure that the camera can focus on you and the final image is not grainy. Then flip the camera and look for the same requirements. Also, check if the flash works. 

Then record in your Voice Memo app and speak into the mic at the bottom of your phone. When you play the audio back, it should sound clear as well. 

If your mics or cameras fail, you can always to iFixYouri, Tech Reboot’s sister company, to take care of all of your device’s issues. 

Test Your Touch Screen and LCD

It does not make sense to own a touch screen phone that does not have a functioning touch screen or LCD.

To test your touch screen, slide your finger across the screen to swipe through pages, open apps, swipe up for the control panel, and swipe down for the notification center. As for the LCD, make sure that your phone’s screen is lit up and does not have any dark areas. 

Tech Reboot Will Buy Your Phone in Any Condition

The last thing you should do before selling your phone is checking for any surface imperfections, such as cracks, dents, and scratches. Take note of every flaw so you can select the proper condition in the selling process. 

Tech Reboot categorizes phones in five conditions: Brand New, Excellent, Good, Fair, and Broken. 

Brand New

• Brand new 

• Original seal

• No iCloud lock present 

Excellent

• Just a few tiny scratches 

• Fully functional 

• No water damage 

• Signed out from iCloud/ Google/ Samsung account 

• Find My iPhone is turned off 

Good

• The device has some scratches 

• No nicks 

• No dents 

• Fully functional 

• No water damage 

• Signed out from iCloud/ Google/ Samsung account 

• Find My iPhone is turned off 

Fair

• The device has scratches 

• Big nicks or dents 

• Fully functional- Heavy signs of use 

• No water damage

• Signed out from iCloud/ Google/ Samsung account 

• Find My iPhone is turned off 

Broken

• The device has some issues 

• Cracked glass

• LCD burn 

• No Face ID 

• Bad microphone 

• Bad speaker 

• Bad camera 

• Signed out from iCloud/ Google/ Samsung account 

• Find My iPhone is turned off 

Whether your device is nearly flawless or covered in flaws, Tech Reboot is happy to buy your unwanted device from you and give you your money’s worth.

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