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Categories: TECHNOLOGY

French refurbished smartphone market 2026

Entities: Ming‑Chi Kuo · Apple Inc. · iPhone 18 Pro · iPhone 18e · iPhone 14 Pro

Overview

The French refurbished smartphone market continues to expand as retailers introduce newer flagship models alongside established older devices. In late July, Boulanger launched a cross‑border promotion that offers a €100 discount on a refurbished iPhone 17 in Switzerland, bundled with a brand‑new battery, 256 GB of storage and a 120 Hz ProMotion display, available through the “Grande Braderie” sale until 11 August 2026. The deal underscores a shift toward offering the latest Apple hardware in the refurbished segment, reinforcing the price‑performance appeal that analysts highlighted earlier in the year. Concurrently, a market guide confirms that the iPhone 14 Pro, now four years old, remains a top‑rated refurbished choice across Europe. Its OLED 120 Hz screen, Dynamic Island UI, A16 processor and 48‑megapixel camera continue to compete with new flagships, while resale prices have fallen to roughly half of the original retail cost. Buyers are advised to verify device grade, battery health and warranty terms to ensure long‑term usability. By late July, refurbished iPhone 14 units were listed at about €329 in France, roughly one‑third of the €969 price of a new iPhone 17, while still receiving Apple’s software updates. The same period saw sub‑€400 new smartphones such as Samsung’s Galaxy A56, Google Pixel 9a and Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro offering premium‑grade displays, cameras and fast charging, underscoring the expanding value proposition of both refurbished flagships and affordable new models. Looking ahead, Apple’s September 2026 keynote on 9 September is expected to unveil the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, alongside the company’s first foldable device, the iPhone Ultra, featuring a 5.5‑inch outer and 7.8‑inch inner display. Pre‑orders are slated for 11 September with retail sales on 18 September.

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Timeline

  1. 2 days ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 37 sources
    Apple prepares September 2026 iPhone 18 launch with foldable Ultra and new leasing program

    Apple plans a 9 Sept 2026 keynote to launch iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max and the first foldable iPhone Ultra, while splitting the rest of the lineup to 2027 and rolling out a new US leasing program called Apple ​​​​​

  2. 15 days ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources
    2026 smartphone market: refurbished iPhone 14 and sub‑400 models

    Refurbished iPhone 14 sells for €329 in France versus the €969 iPhone 17, while sub‑€400 smartphones like Samsung’s Galaxy A56 now match many premium features, underscoring value‑driven options in 2026.

Sources

1001web.fr · 4gnews.pt · 9to5mac.com · appgefahren.de · arynews.tv · bug.hr · connect.ro · elbalad.news · es.digitaltrends.com · go4it.ro · gymstar.hu · intomobile.com · ipadizate.es · iphone-mania.jp · it-boltwise.de · it-connect.fr · jablickar.cz · leak.pt · lemessager.ch · letemsvetemapplem.eu · m.elcorreo.com · macdailynews.com · maclife.de · memesita.com · mobareco.jp · mobilizujeme.cz · pcgameshardware.de · popeye.com · radioacktiva.com · sempreupdate.com.br · spidersweb.pl · svetapple.sk · tech-ish.com · techfars.com · techrepublic.com · thetechnologyexpress.com · xataka.com · yenisafak.com · zonait.ro

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