How to Buy a Used Phone Safely in KPK
A practical checklist for buying a second-hand phone from local shops in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Inspect the phone yourself
Check the screen for dead pixels or scratches and test the camera, speaker, microphone and charging port. Confirm the battery holds charge during a short hands-on test.
Verify IMEI, PTA status and warranty
Make sure the IMEI matches the device and appears on the PTA compliance list. Ask whether any shop warranty remains and get the details in writing.
Agree the price, then test everything
Compare prices for the same model across shops in your city, then test calls, mobile data and the fingerprint sensor before you pay.