Things to know when buying used iPhones vs used Android phones

Choosing between an older iPhone and older Android flagship can get confusing

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The software scenario for a three year old iPhone can look very different from that of a three-year old Android

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The price dynamics change differently when buying used iPhones and comparable Android flagship phones

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Aspects like accessory support should also be kept in mind for older devices

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While prices can be subjective to what user, or dealer you are buying a phone from, generally iPhones are more expensive than android

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Apple iPhones have a much longer software cycle compared to Android phones

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Most Android phones only get system updates for two to three years, iPhones get major system updates for much longer

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The accessory market for older Apple iPhones is much larger than that of older Android phones.

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