Apple iPhone 3GS - Mobile phone - In original box
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Apple iPhone 3GS 16 GB black A1303 with original box and accessories, for restoration.
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Apple iPhone 3GS 16GB Black A1303 – With original box and accessories – For restoration
Offering a Apple iPhone 3GS of 16 GB, black color, model A1303, accompanied by its original 2009 box and original documentation/accessories.
The iPhone powers on and charges correctly and I have checked that it connects to Wi‑Fi networks. However, it presents a major issue: I cannot complete the device activation. When attempting to activate, the screen/message shown in the photos appears.
I have also tried inserting a SIM card. The card can be inserted, but the phone cannot find any mobile network. I cannot confirm the exact cause; it could be related to a possible carrier lock, activation, or some other connectivity problem. For this reason, the phone is sold as a device for repair/restoration and not as a fully functional iPhone.
The SIM slot/tray has a small break or defect, clearly visible in the photographs. Even so, I have managed to insert a SIM into the device.
Condition and contents
The lot includes:
* Apple iPhone 3GS 16 GB black, model A1303.
* Original box corresponding to the phone.
* Original manual/documentation.
* Original Apple stickers.
* Original SIM removal tool/pin.
* No charger or charging cable included.
The phone shows signs of use and wear typical of its age, visible in the photographs.
It is not possible to guarantee battery life or condition due to the device’s age. Although the iPhone currently powers on and accepts charging, the battery life could not be reliably tested.
Important: due to the activation problem, the inability to find a mobile network, and the condition of the SIM slot, the device is offered for restoration, repair, parts, or for a collector with technical knowledge. It is not guaranteed that it can be used as a phone without performing the necessary repairs or checks first.
The photographs form part of the description and show both the cosmetic condition and the activation problem and the SIM compartment defect.
An interesting piece for Apple collectors and for early iPhone era enthusiasts, especially for keeping its original box and documentation, but requiring technical review to determine if it can be used again as a functioning device.
Apple iPhone 3GS 16GB Black A1303 – With original box and accessories – For restoration
Offering a Apple iPhone 3GS of 16 GB, black color, model A1303, accompanied by its original 2009 box and original documentation/accessories.
The iPhone powers on and charges correctly and I have checked that it connects to Wi‑Fi networks. However, it presents a major issue: I cannot complete the device activation. When attempting to activate, the screen/message shown in the photos appears.
I have also tried inserting a SIM card. The card can be inserted, but the phone cannot find any mobile network. I cannot confirm the exact cause; it could be related to a possible carrier lock, activation, or some other connectivity problem. For this reason, the phone is sold as a device for repair/restoration and not as a fully functional iPhone.
The SIM slot/tray has a small break or defect, clearly visible in the photographs. Even so, I have managed to insert a SIM into the device.
Condition and contents
The lot includes:
* Apple iPhone 3GS 16 GB black, model A1303.
* Original box corresponding to the phone.
* Original manual/documentation.
* Original Apple stickers.
* Original SIM removal tool/pin.
* No charger or charging cable included.
The phone shows signs of use and wear typical of its age, visible in the photographs.
It is not possible to guarantee battery life or condition due to the device’s age. Although the iPhone currently powers on and accepts charging, the battery life could not be reliably tested.
Important: due to the activation problem, the inability to find a mobile network, and the condition of the SIM slot, the device is offered for restoration, repair, parts, or for a collector with technical knowledge. It is not guaranteed that it can be used as a phone without performing the necessary repairs or checks first.
The photographs form part of the description and show both the cosmetic condition and the activation problem and the SIM compartment defect.
An interesting piece for Apple collectors and for early iPhone era enthusiasts, especially for keeping its original box and documentation, but requiring technical review to determine if it can be used again as a functioning device.
Details
Era
After 2000
Brand
Apple
Series/model
iPhone 3GS
Memory
16GB
Year of manufacture
2009
Condition
Incomplete
Packaging
In original box
Estimated period
2000-2010
