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Apple Certified Refurbished products undergo rigorous testing, receive new batteries and outer shells (iOS devices), full functional verification, and ship with genuine components and cables in sealed original packaging. Devices are 15% discounted versus new, backed by one-year warranty identical to new units. This direct refurbishment program preserves brand equity, maintains supply chain control, and provides accessible entry points for customers, achieving scale through Apple's ecosystem while preventing devices from entering uncontrolled secondary markets.