Where Can I Purchase an iPhone?

Many people dream of getting their own iPhone; however, one thing keeps them from doing so: the hefty price tag. The iPhone, especially the latest models, carry a price tag that is way above the salary of people who work regular jobs. It becomes even more difficult with the way the economy has been going. Since the iPhone is not just a simple device, it is understandable why a lot of people would want to get one for themselves. There are options, though, if you really want to get one for yourself even if your budget is not that much.

Where can I purchase an iPhone, you ask? We have all the answers for you.

Normally, the iPhone is purchased via the Apple Store. The Apple Store is your ultimate gateway to everything that is Apple. Aside from having more or less 180 stores in the United States and other parts of the world, the Apple Store also gives you an option to purchase Apple products online.

Before buying your iPhone through the Apple online store, you will be reminded to verify important information like the price listing and the possible rate plans that you can avail of. Once you are inside the online store, you will receive instructions on what to do. After you follow all the steps given, Apple will automatically sell you an iPhone. In order to maximize the use of your iPhone, it is important for you to be connected to the AT&T service that you will need for your iPhone.

Of course, since you will be buying from the Apple Store, the price range for the iPhone will not be the most practical and affordable. However, if you really want one that's practically priced, then go for other selling or auction sites like Best Buy and Craigslist.

Best Buy is an authorized iPhone seller. They have been one since 2008. The good thing about Best Buy is that they sell used iPhones during promotional activities, and these iPhones are usually sold at discount prices. There is a downside to choosing Best Buy, though. They do not have a website that sells iPhones online; so the best thing to do would be to visit any of their retail stores and purchase the iPhone there.

Another good choice if you want to purchase good quality used iPhones is Craigslist. Although this site also sells brand new items, there are people who sell their used iPhones at really affordable rates. The only thing that one should be wary of is the sellers who prefer to do shady deals with their buyers. Make sure that the seller you are buying from has a good selling reputation.

The best place, however, to purchase an iPhone is eBay. eBay has practically everything that you need! To make sure that you get the best deal out of your iPhone, there are several things that you will need to know about purchasing an iPhone (or any other product for that matter) from eBay. First of all, you must know what you want to buy. In the case of the iPhone, before deciding to go to eBay, you should have already decided if it is the 16GB locked or unlocked phone that you want. A locked phone is one that has AT&T as the sole carrier. You need to ask the seller about things like this.

When you've decided what type of iPhone you want, the next thing you should decide on is whether you want the new, refurbished or used one. Once you get to communicate with the seller, you should specify what you want clearly. By the way, you will also need to check on the reputation of the seller. eBay follows a system for rating its sellers. Check on your seller's "credentials" before finalizing anything with him. In addition to his reputation, make sure that you also take down the details for payments and return policies (if there are). Most of the time, sellers prefer to use PayPal, so you will have to open a PayPal account if you do not have one. Fear not, though, for there are also sellers who prefer to transact using other forms of payment.

In sum, getting the best iPhone deal on eBay, or from any other store or seller, really depends on you. You should have done your research before planning to purchase one. For example, if you did proper research, you will know how to differentiate the real iPhone from the fakes.

With all these choices laid out before you, buying the Apple iPhone will now become a dream come true.

Compare iPhone deals & prices online. Check out the site Phone Auctions, where you can Buy iPhone 4 / 3GS, Used iPhone Models, & iPhone Accessories. Anthony Wakefield is a Online Tech Writer based in Australia. His latest blog is all about Antec Notebook Coolers