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Order by 3pm, Monday to Friday, and it leaves Manchester the same day. Free UK delivery over £50.
Why buy from The Tech Gadgets
85%+ Battery Health
Minimum 85% battery health guaranteed on every grade.
12-Month Warranty
Our own warranty for twelve months. You deal with us directly.
Phonecheck Tested
Professionally tested with Phonecheck diagnostics in Manchester.
What's in the box
- Your Apple iPhone 17 – Unlocked – Refurbished (UK)
- Charging cable Free
- SIM ejector pin Free
- Protective packaging
Overview
Apple iPhone 17 – Unlocked – Refurbished (UK)
This refurbished iPhone 17 is unlocked for every UK network and costs from £671. It's a used Apple iPhone 17, tested and graded Like New, Excellent or Very Good, in 256GB or 512GB, with at least 85% battery health on every grade. A sealed Brand New option is also listed. It includes our 12-month warranty and same-day dispatch on orders by 3pm.
Specs checked 1 Oct 2026 against Apple's UK technical specifications and GSMArena. Updated 1 Oct 2026
6.3-inch
Display6.3-inch Super Retina XDR OLED, 2622 x 1206, 120Hz ProMotion, 3,000 nits peak outdoor48MP Fusion main
Cameras(f/1.6) + 48MP Fusion ultrawide (f/2.2); 18MP Center Stage front30 hours
Battery (when new)Up to 30 hours video playback; USB-C fast charge 50% in 20 min (40W adapter); MagSafe wireless up to 25WUnlocked
Network and SIM5G; Dual SIM: nano-SIM + eSIM (dual eSIM supported)Specifications
Key facts
- Condition
- Refurbished (pre-owned): Like New, Excellent or Very Good; also Brand New (sealed)
- Storage and RAM
- 256GB or 512GB; 8GB RAM
- Colours
- Lavender, Mist Blue, White, Black, Sage
- Network and SIM
- Unlocked, 5G; Dual SIM: nano-SIM + eSIM (dual eSIM supported)
- Display
- 6.3-inch Super Retina XDR OLED, 2622 x 1206, 120Hz ProMotion, 3,000 nits peak outdoor
- Processor
- Apple A19 (6-core CPU, 5-core GPU)
- Cameras
- 48MP Fusion main (f/1.6) + 48MP Fusion ultrawide (f/2.2); 18MP Center Stage front
- Battery (when new)
- Up to 30 hours video playback; USB-C fast charge 50% in 20 min (40W adapter); MagSafe wireless up to 25W
- Software support
- at least September 2030 (Apple UK PSTI, five years from first supply); IP68 when new
- Battery health
- 85% or higher on every grade
- What's in the box
- Phone, free USB-C charging cable, free SIM ejector pin, protective packaging. No plug.
- Warranty
- 12 months, provided by The Tech Gadgets
- Dispatch
- Same day Mon–Fri if ordered by 3pm, from Manchester
- Returns
- 14-day cancellation; 30-day returns on unused items
Features
Every detail, verified.
01Network and SIM
It's unlocked for EE, O2, Vodafone, Three, giffgaff and other UK networks, on 5G. SIM support is listed as Dual SIM: nano-SIM + eSIM (dual eSIM supported).
02Display
Apple's UK technical specifications list a 6.3-inch Super Retina XDR OLED, 2622 x 1206, 120Hz ProMotion, 3,000 nits peak outdoor.
03Performance and storage
It runs on the Apple A19 (6-core CPU, 5-core GPU) with 8GB of RAM. Storage options are 256GB or 512GB with no memory card slot, so choose a larger size if you keep lots of photos and video.
04Cameras
Apple's UK technical specifications list 48MP Fusion main (f/1.6) + 48MP Fusion ultrawide (f/2.2) on the back and an 18MP Center Stage front camera.
05Battery and charging
Apple rates battery life at up to 30 hours video playback when new. Charging: USB-C fast charge 50% in 20 min (40W adapter); MagSafe wireless up to 25W. Our minimum battery health at dispatch is at least 85% on every grade (Like New, Excellent and Very Good).
06Software updates
Apple's UK PSTI statement commits to at least five years of security updates from when a model is first supplied. This model was first supplied in the UK in September 2025, so that means security updates until at least September 2030. It shipped with iOS 26. It was rated IP68 when new; don't rely on that after refurbishment.
Condition
Pre-owned. Tested. Honestly graded.
This iPhone 17 is pre-owned and refurbished by The Tech Gadgets: tested, cleaned, factory reset and signed out of the previous owner's account, so activation locks won't block you. Grades describe cosmetic wear only; every grade works fully and has at least 85% battery health. See how we grade.
Like New
No visible marks
Excellent
Light signs of use, hard to spot at arm's length
Very Good
Visible marks on the body; screen in good shape
Brand New
New
Fully tested
Cleaned
Factory reset
Previous accounts removed
Battery health checked
Compare
How it compares
iPhone 17 vs iPhone 17e: the iPhone 17e has a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED, 2532 x 1170, 1,200 nits HDR peak and the Apple A19 (6-core CPU, 4-core GPU). iPhone 17 vs iPhone Air: the iPhone Air has a 6.5-inch Super Retina XDR OLED, 2736 x 1260, 120Hz ProMotion and the Apple A19 Pro (6-core CPU, 5-core GPU). Specs from Apple's UK technical specifications.
Our view
Is a refurbished iPhone 17 worth buying in 2026?
Yes, if you want a current flagship for less than new. Key points: 18MP Center Stage front camera; 48MP dual rear camera; 6.3-inch 120Hz ProMotion display. Software support runs to at least September 2030 (Apple UK PSTI, five years from first supply).
Who it's for
It suits people who want a fast, current phone with strong cameras that will be supported for years. Browse all our refurbished iPhones to compare.
Delivery, warranty and returns
Handled start to finish by our team in Manchester.
12 months
Warranty with us
Our own warranty, handled directly by us. Your Consumer Rights Act protection still applies.
30 days
Easy returns
Send back any unused item within 30 days. We refund you within 14 days of it reaching us.
FAQ
Questions, answered.
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Is it unlocked?
Yes, it's unlocked for every UK network, on 5G. SIM support: Dual SIM: nano-SIM + eSIM (dual eSIM supported).
What battery health will I get?
At least 85% on every grade, checked before dispatch. You can see the figure in Settings › Battery › Battery Health.
What's in the box?
Your Apple iPhone 17 – Unlocked – Refurbished (UK), a charging cable and a SIM ejector pin, all in protective packaging. The cable and SIM pin are included free.
How long will the iPhone 17 get updates?
Apple's UK PSTI statement commits to at least five years of security updates from when a model is first supplied. This model was first supplied in the UK in September 2025, so that means security updates until at least September 2030.
Is a refurbished iPhone 17 worth it in 2026?
Yes, if you want a current flagship for less than new. Prices start at £671.
What's the difference between the grades?
Only the cosmetic condition. Every grade is fully tested, works fully and has at least 85% battery health; see how we grade for what each grade means.
iPhone 17 vs iPhone 17e: which should I buy?
Choose the iPhone 17 if the 18MP Center Stage front camera matters most to you. The iPhone 17e has a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED and the Apple A19 (6-core CPU, 4-core GPU).
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