Why Inspection Matters
80% of used phone problems are detectable with proper inspection. Follow this step-by-step checklist before paying.
✅ Screen
- Display full white then full black screen — look for dead pixels
- Press all screen areas — unresponsive zones indicate touch issues
- Compare brightness and colors — copy screens have washed-out colors
- Play a video — check for lines or flickering
✅ Body & Frame
- Inspect all four corners — common crack points
- Check screws — mismatched colors or scratches mean the phone was opened
- Press the frame — rattling indicates improper assembly
✅ Battery
- iPhone: Settings > Battery > Battery Health — must be 80%+
- Android: Dial *#*#4636#*#* for battery info, or use AccuBattery
- Below 75% means replacement needed (500–1,500 EGP depending on model)
✅ Camera
- Test front and rear cameras in good and low light
- Record video — check stabilization and audio
- Look for dust or scratches inside the lens
✅ IMEI & Registration
- Dial *#06# and record the number
- Match with the box IMEI (if available)
- Verify at imei.info — confirm not stolen/blacklisted
- Open "Telephony" app — confirm registered on Egypt's network
✅ Speakers, Mic, Charging & Connectivity
- Make a call — speak and listen
- Play music on speaker — check for distortion
- Plug in charger — verify normal and fast charging
- Connect to WiFi and Bluetooth — test both
Useful Test Codes
| Code | Function |
|---|---|
| *#06# | IMEI number |
| *#*#4636#*#* | Battery & network info (Android) |
| *#0*# | Full hardware test (Samsung) |
| *#*#0842#*#* | Vibration & backlight test (Android) |
