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  "path": "/2026/04/12/best-renewed-iphone-deals-under-500-refurbished/",
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  "textContent": "If you’re trying to buy a new iPhone but don’t quite want an iPhone 17, it can often be hard to find something on a tighter budget. Sure, Apple offers the iPhone 17e at $599 – but not everyone finds that to be a compelling phone. Luckily, there’s plenty of great options if you want to buy used, and I’ll be diving into five great picks for varying needs.\n\nmore…",
  "title": "Five refurbished iPhones under $500 that still hold up well in 2026"
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