Misc.Sep 14, 2021
GoogleJonjar

Tips to return sealed iphone after 16 days.

Bought an iPhone 11 as a gift 16 days ago and now want to return it (since the new models and prices are out - wasn’t aware of the WWDC timing). Apple’s policy is that the product can be returned in 14 days. The phone is still in the sealed box, never opened. Bought it directly from the store and want to get a newer model (iPhone 12). Any tips? Should I call customer support or just go to the store where I bought it?

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albet Sep 14, 2021

Talk to customer support they may be able to help. Rookie move to buy an iPhone right before an Apple event tho lol

Google Jonjar OP Sep 14, 2021

Didn’t know about it :)

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albet Sep 14, 2021

Googler didn’t do the google smh

ByteDance hJfQ80 Sep 14, 2021

Apple normally extends their return policy around new product launches for this exact reason. Did the same thing with the iPad Air last year and it was no problem to get it returned at the store

PayPal checkedOut Sep 14, 2021

That starts in either October or November though

ByteDance hJfQ80 Sep 14, 2021

@PayPal Apple Event was today with new iPhones available on the 24th, so OP should be fine

Google Jonjar OP Sep 14, 2021

I am currently in the store. Will update the thread :)

Google Jonjar OP Sep 14, 2021

I returned it but it wasn’t easy tbh. Got a newer iPhone 12

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albet Sep 14, 2021

Now ya gotta pay up to your part bubba

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pip123 Sep 14, 2021

What was the issue in returning and how did you resolve it?