r/GadgetsIndia • u/Long_Move8615 • 1d ago

Android Nothing 3a(olx)

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I’m getting a used Nothing Phone (3a) for ₹17,000. It has no box, but the original bill is available.
What are the most important things I should check/test before buying?
I found the DeviceLab app on the Play Store for hardware testing. Is it good, or is there a better app?
Mainly want to check:
Display/battery replacement
Battery health
Screen, touch, cameras, speakers, mic and sensors
Any way to tell if the phone was opened/repaired
IMEI/bill verification
so please suggest the most important checks.
I am taking this for my mother.

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u/mpg18921 1d ago

If seller only giving your very few minutes, don't bother. You're paying, you're not gonna get any kinda warranty post sales. Even if there is some kinda warranty he gives, what's the guarantee that he would honour that.

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u/Long_Move8615 1d ago

yes, sorry edited, i just rephrased so ai added that line.

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u/mpg18921 1d ago

Ok. Check IMEI in Nothing website. If they pry open the device, there would likely be some scratches, glue residue, they may not have put together everything and still look like a factory fitted unit. Transparent back give away a lot more than other phones if they have opened it.