Review Geek - Should You Buy Renewed Stuff on Amazon?

November 25, 2022

Well, it’s “Black Friday” (which lasts approximately three months at this point), and I’m sure you have a million emails with deal posts. And yes, we have some deal offerings for you today! But before we get to that, I bet at least some of those deals you’ll see are for “Amazon Renewed” products.

And you might be wondering, is it a good idea to buy an Amazon Renewed product? Or should you spend more and buy new? We’ll walk you through it in the top story!

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• NASA says humans will live on the moon by 2030. Not me, but someone.
• I could watch Adam Savage geek out over an original series Enterprise ship model all day.
• We have some great suggestions for phone accessory gifts!
• … and more!

-Josh

Shoppers are often wary of “renewed” or “refurbished” products. They don’t want to end up with a hunk of junk, especially if it can’t be returned. But the Amazon Renewed program does a decent job addressing these concerns—it’s a quick and easy way to save money, and it’s backed by a 90-day guarantee. Read More »

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Growatt, a leading manufacturer of residential solar energy solutions, recently released the INFINITY 1500 portable power station. To commemorate its launch, Growatt is offering up to $859.85 off the 1512Wh lightweight solar generator. The INFINITY 1500 sale price starts at $1,244.15 ($454.85 off) with a stacked in-Amazon coupon and additional 15% discount when the code GRTBFCM15 is used at checkout. The portable charger can also be purchased with a 100W or 200W portable solar panel for even more savings. Read More »

Odds are, you know someone who’s a huge bookworm. Looking to find the perfect holiday gift for them? We’ve got your back! We found the best gifts for readers, no matter whether they prefer physical books or audiobooks, as well as a few picks that are fun and cozy. Read More »

T-Mobile’s newest REVVL 6 Pro smartphone can be yours for the low, low price of $220. This shockingly affordable price tag might make you think this phone is too good to be true, but in reality, it’s a pretty great choice. Read More »

Are you still using a basic timer to control outdoor lights? The TP-Link Kasa Outdoor Smart Plug gives you much more control over those lights, allowing you to build detailed weeklong schedules and control outdoor lights from your phone.

Plus, if you use Google Assistant or Alexa, you can control the Kasa Outdoor Smart Plug using voice commands or routines. It’s a huge upgrade over an old-fashioned outlet timer!

The right phone accessories can help you to get the most out of your device whether or not you use a pricey Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 or an iPhone 14 Pro Max. However, with so many phone accessories available, choosing can quickly become a hassle, especially if you have a limited budget to work with. Read More »

Streaming films and TV shows have become commonplace in today’s entertainment world. With everything you could want just a few clicks away, it seems anachronistic to buy a season of a television series on Blu-ray. But, you may be short-changing yourself with that empty entertainment center. Here’s why. Read More »

Garmin outdid itself with the Enduro 2. The GPS fitness watch is a significant upgrade over the original Enduro, addressing almost all the shortcomings of its predecessor. There are many reasons to love and few to hate this ultra-endurance watch for active lifestyles. Read More »

Growatt, a leading manufacturer of solar and energy storage solutions, is offering an in-Amazon coupon of up to $500 off, plus a 15% discount on its versatile INFINITY 1500 portable power station when you use the coupon code GRTBFCM15 at checkout. Starting at just $1,244.15 ($454.85 off) with savings up to $859.85 off, this 1512Wh lightweight portable station features 12 outlets and one wireless charging pad that can rapidly charge electronics with 1500W AC or 800W solar charging input. Buy now before this sale ends.

Wordle was just too easy, wasn’t it? You probably left that behind and moved on to Quordle, the true “hard mode” of the word-guessing game format. But now you’re stuck and so close to failing. Don’t worry, we’re here to help with a hint—and if you really need it, today’s Quordle Answers. Read More »

The time has come—you can now get a Lifetime Plex Pass membership for just $90 with coupon code FANFRIDAY22. That’s a deep 25% discount on the usual price of $120. (If you’re already paying for an annual plan, you’ll score an extra discount based on your remaining balance.) Read More »

Are you a huge fan of Wordle and absolutely stuck today? Let me guess; you’re hanging out on guess four or five and feeling the pressure. We get it entirely: nothing feels worse than losing your streak. If you’re not ready to outright cheat, we have you covered with hints and today’s Wordle answer. Read More »

If you’re a big Star Trek fan like me, you’d never pass up an opportunity to see the original starship Enterprise up close and personal. This week, Adam Savage of MythBusters fame visited the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum to do just that. Check out the video of his visit below. Read More »

The awesome Hulu Black Friday sale is back! You can now save 75% on a year of Hulu with Ads, an offer that works out to just $1.99 a month. It’s a kill promotion, and it’s only available through November 28th. Read More »

If you’re looking to take your gaming experience anywhere and everywhere, the impressive Logitech G Cloud gaming handheld released last month is on sale for Black Friday. For a limited time, gamers can get Logitech’s portable machine for the original early-bird discounted price of just $299. Read More »

Satechi is offering a huge Black Friday discount on all orders, regardless of what you buy. It’s the perfect opportunity to stock up on some of the company’s unique accessories for Macs, iPads, iPhones, and other Apple products. Read More »

For decades, humans have dreamed about living and working in outer space. However, those ambitions haven’t panned out since the glory days of the mid-20th-century space race. Since the end of the Apollo program, humankind’s outer space ambitions have been limited to near-earth orbit. Read More »

Black Friday is usually the best time of year to pick up a TV, but you may be better off not picking up a TV at all. Projectors have come a long way over the last few years, and open up a wide range of possibilities. XGIMI has a wide range of projectors on offer at a wide range of prices. Read More »

Solar generators have plenty of advantages, but they also have one major downside. They’re very expensive. Jackory, which makes a range of high capacity solar generators, is offering up to $1,080 off some of its products this Black Friday — so now may be an ideal time to grab one. Read More »

Your belly is filled with food, and now, it’s time to sit back on the couch and relax. One surefire way to do so? Online shopping. Thanks to Amazon’s Black Friday sale, you’ve got plenty of purchasing options. Read More »

Ready to get your holiday shopping done? It’s Black Friday, and you can mark off everything on your gift list without leaving home, so go ahead and pour yourself a glass of eggnog. Read More »