new s4 comes with screen protector.. new phone ??

[Anonymous]

just recived my new s4 the phone has a screen protector fitted .. never had this b4.. is this usual?.. the box was sealed but under closer inspection it was covering another broken seal.. am i paying full price for a reconditioned phone ??

[MI5 · Accepted solution]

It's not unusual. I've had them fitted from new before. They don't tend to last too long though...

[Anonymous]

Hi

I personally wouldn't accept a new handset that has a broken seal.

Some phones have temporary screen protectors to keep the phones screen from scratches during transit etc.

[Anonymous]

it was sealed bud but there was a second broken seal under that one that i didnt notice untill id opened it, every thing seems new but the screen protector set my suspicious mind into overdrive..will learn to relax and accept my new toy as a "new" phone, as some come with protectors fitted.. you guys have put my mind at ease.. thanks

[MI5]

It's not unusual for networks to open boxes to add their own accessories or leaflets etc.
I wouldn't worry about it mate.

[Anonymous]

Perhaps straying just a teeny bit OT - but is there any test one can run/or setting one can check to determine if a supplied handset is refurbished rather than brand new?

I know O2 T&C says somewhere that if a handset is found to be faulty its replacement may be refurnbished, but are the T&C clear that  handsets supplied on foot of an initial purchase will be brand new?

Gerry

[Anonymous]

No problem.

Enjoy your phone.

[Anonymous]

Not sure if this still works @Anonymous

http://www.groovypost.com/howto/howto/check-android-reconditioned-or-oem-status/

Or

http://www.incpak.com/tech/check-phone-refurbished-new-rtn/

[Anonymous]

Thanks @Anonymous   -  but no, it does not work on my S4 with Android 4.4.2    I did not try the alternative solution as it looks a bit more complicated.

Gerry

[MI5]

USSD codes have been disabled on android for years due to potential security risks.
IMEI and service codes still work but that's about it.