5 Things to Consider Before Buying a Used iPhone And 5 Ways to be Safe When Using Mobile Banking

5 Things to Consider Before Buying a Used iPhone

iPhone is expensive, stylish, and trendy. Only a handful of Nigerians can arguably buy a brand new iPhone. The alternative is buying a used iPhone popularly called London use. But, before buying one, there are some things you need to consider. Jumia Travel, shares tips for purchasing a used iPhone.

Ensure that it is not stolen

Stolen phones are all over the place. You do not want to be embarrassed after buying a phone and be told that the iPhone was stolen. You can use Apple’s activation lock status tool to determine and ensure that the iPhone is not stolen. You should ask for the device’s IMEI or serial number to check its status.

Ensure iPhone can be activated on your network

There are different ways a phone can be blocked from a network. One of the ways this can happen is if you cannot activate it on your own account. You can your service provider to ensure that your network works with it. In most cases the networks are compatible but it is also important to check.

Check the phone for any damage

When buying a used iPhone, you should not only focus on the hardware. You must also check the software. Look out for little cracks at the screen’s edges, check the keypads, plug some headphones into the headphone jack, and play music over the speakers.

Verify the IMEI number from both body and software

The body of the phone may be attractive but the same time the content may be different. To ensure this is not the case, check if the IMEI number on the body is the same with the software.

Erase data

It is not possible to operate a used iPhone without wiping the data of the previous owner. Before buying the phone, it is safer to first erase the present owner’s ID from the settings.

5 Ways to be Safe When Using Mobile Banking

In today’s world, you do not need a computer to do any bank transactions. You can easily do such transactions via your smartphone. Mobile banking is now trending because of the increased use of smartphones and internet. But, one major concern is the safety of mobile banking. To ensure the safety of your mobile transactions, Jumia Travel shares 5 tips.

Never leave your device unlocked

Passwords are essential to mobile banking. Hence, if you often use your phone for mobile banking, you should always lock your phone. This will prevent unauthorized persons from accessing your phone. If you do not lock your phone, you may lose your money.

Keep your mobile banking apps updated

Banks regularly update their apps to accommodate new additions. For users of these apps, you should always update your applications because it is safe and secured. Also, you have to be careful with counterfeit apps.

Avoid unsecured Wi-Fi

In as much as you get a free Wi-Fi, you should not use when doing your mobile transactions especially if it is a public one. Alternatively, it is better to use your mobile data. Using an unsecured Wi-Fi may allow hackers to intercept your money or steal your account information.
Be careful when downloading apps

There are many fake apps Google Play store or Apple play store. When downloading you have to check several times to be certain that it is the original apps you are downloading.

Encrypt your phone

Encrypting your phone will store your phone’s data in an unreadable seemingly scrambled form. On an encrypted device, your personal data including emails, texts, contacts, Google accounts data, apps, photos, media, and downloads. This will make it difficult for anyone to steal your data.