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Originally Posted by Cinisajoy
No. Three things.
1. I have heard enough BS to ever think open box is new....
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In my experience, open-box items are generally new for practical purposes. If not in "new" condition, there is usually a significant discount, but the item should still be working.
A quick search brings up the following from
Consumer Reports:
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In addition, open-box items may be covered by the manufacturer’s new goods warranty. If the original customer of the item did not send in the warranty card and it’s in the box, as is sometimes the case, you can send it in to initiate the warranty. Even without such a card, your open-box item may be covered under the warranty anyway, though you may not easily be able to confirm such coverage with the manufacturer before you buy. Nonetheless, you should retain your sales receipt and try pursuing a claim in the event the item fails within the warranty period.
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