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How to Unlock a Phone from a Carrier and Use It with Any Network
This blog discusses whether it is legal to unlock cell phones, the differences between locked and unlocked phones & how to unlock phones.
May 27, 20214 min read


How European VAT Taxes Impact Mobile Phone Wholesalers
Understanding VAT (value-added taxes) is crucial for used smartphone retailers and wholesalers doing business in the European market.
May 11, 20218 min read


What 2020’s Trade in Offers Mean for 2021’s Resale Inventory
The more aggressive the carriers are with trade-in promotions, the more inventory the second-hand mobile device industry can expect.
Feb 3, 20216 min read


Buying on WeSellCellular’s Online Stock List vs. a Traditional Auction
Due to the many drawbacks of auctions, we have innovated a brand new way of purchasing: the WeSellCellular Online Stock List.
Dec 11, 20204 min read


Apple iPhone Sales Forecasts for the 2020 Holiday Season
Apple has now unveiled the iPhone 12 lineup with confirmation that the first 5G devices from Apple are here.
Nov 2, 20205 min read


Industry Snapshot: A Look at Common Forms of Payment Accepted by Used Cell Phone Suppliers
It is important to inquire about whether a supplier offers other payment options and to understand the pros and cons of each option.
Oct 21, 20204 min read


A Look at 2020’s Most Popular Used Cell Phones
In the secondhand market, iPhones consistently retain their value better than their Android competitors.
Oct 4, 20205 min read


The Latest iPhone Launch Rumors and Release Dates
The anticipation over if and when a fall 2020 iPhone release would happen reached a fever pitch this summer.
Sep 24, 20207 min read


Future Perspectives: Considering Xiaomi’s Impact on the Secondhand Phone Market
Founded in 2010, Xiaomi is a Chinese electronics company that essentially produces all of the same products as Apple.
Sep 20, 20205 min read


The 5G Future: 5G’s Impending Impact on the Cell Phone Industry
The real 5G breakthrough on a mainstream consumer level may come when Apple launches what is speculated to be its first 5G iPhone.
Sep 1, 20204 min read


How iPhone and Samsung Insurance Providers Impact the Secondhand Mobile Device Market
It's important to consider how phone insurance options for iPhone and Samsung devices impact the market.
Aug 20, 20205 min read


How Customers Are Saving Money on Phones in 2020
WeSellCellular recently set out to capture a snapshot of attitudes and trends regarding trade-in and cost-saving practices.
Jul 27, 20205 min read


Our Review of Automated Data Erasure and Testing Software for Smartphone Wholesalers
Our operations team has evaluated both Blancco and Phonecheck for data erasure and diagnostics/testing.
Jul 27, 20204 min read


WeSellCellular’s Thoughts on Safely Reopening Warehouse Operations in New York Amid COVID-19
We recently announced that WeSellCellular’s warehouse in Edgewood, New York, has reopened with COVID-19 precautions in place.
Jul 19, 20204 min read


How COVID-19 May Bolster Projected Smartphone Demand
The used phone market seems poised for substantial growth in demand for the foreseeable future.
Jul 7, 20204 min read


What You Need to Know About Apple’s New 2020 iPhone SE
Apple has finally released its new 2020 iPhone SE.
May 11, 20204 min read


How Demand for Different Grades Varies by Geography
Buyers from different geographies make very different decisions when it comes to the price/grade trade-off.
May 6, 20203 min read


How the Coronavirus Has Impacted the Wholesale Phone Business
This blog discusses the early effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and how the impact of the virus grew, culminating in a dramatic slowdown.
Apr 22, 20204 min read


Using Return Rates to Measure the Quality of a New Supplier
Buying from a supplier with a high return rate comes along with a host of often hidden costs.
Mar 12, 20204 min read


WeSellCellular Improves the Sourcing Experience with Self-Service Options and New Supply Sources
As part of our commitment to streamlining the sourcing process for customers, WeSellCellular unveiled several self-service options in 2019.
Mar 10, 20203 min read
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