About this episode
Looking to buy a new Apple device? Considering buying something used? Want to sell your old device? David and Katie run down options on preparing a device for sale, what to look for when buying a device used and how to protect yourself. We also discuss options for buying new devices. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Our exclusive sponsor for this episode: Smile: With productivity boosters like the PDFpen Family and TextExpander, Smile makes you a Mac Power User. Links and Show Notes: Support Mac Power Users with a Relay FM Membership How to securely delete files in OS X 10.11 ‘El Capitan’ | MacIssues How to make a bootable OS X 10.11 El Capitan installer drive | Macworld Cleaning your Apple products - Apple Support How to Sell Quickly & Safely on Craig’s List: A Craig’s List Selling Template | Bos Organization | Los Angeles Professional Organizer What to do before selling or giving away your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support If you're switching to a non-Apple phone, deregister iMessage. Apple Recycling Program - Apple Apple - Support - Check Your Service and Support Coverage Activation Lock Liquid damage to iPhone or iPod isn't covered by warranty - Apple Support Mac Backup Software | Carbon Copy Cloner | Bombich Software SuperDuper! Amazon.com: iKlear iK-26K Complete Cleaning Kit Creating a Comprehensive Backup Strategy — Katie Floyd Creating a Comprehensive iOS Backup Strategy — Katie Floyd Recycle Cell Phones and Electronics for Cash | Gazelle PowerMax: Apple Mac Computers New and Used | PowerMax Refurbished and Clearance iPod, iPad & Mac Products - Apple