SELL YOUR DEVICE
Walk in with an old device, walk out with cash today. We buy iPhones, Samsung phones, iPads, MacBooks, Windows laptops, PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo Switch — working, cracked or dead — at our Watertown, Newton, Wakefield and Burlington stores. A technician checks it in person and pays you the same visit.
Selling your device is simple. Bring it in, let us inspect it, and get paid.
Visit Watertown, Newton, Wakefield or Burlington. No appointment needed.
A technician checks condition, power, screen, ports and lock status.
Accept the offer and receive cash, Venmo or Zelle before you leave.
We buy a wide range of devices in any condition — working or not! Tap one to see how to prepare it.
What we don't buy: brand-new or current-generation flagship phones, like the newest iPhone 17 lineup. Not sure if yours qualifies? Bring it in and we'll tell you.
Upfront: our buyback offers are usually below what you may get through a private sale. The advantage is speed and convenience — no listing, no waiting, no shipping, and payment the same visit.
REAL NUMBERS
A few devices we bought at our stores. These are past buys, not quotes — your offer depends on your device's model, storage, condition and lock status.
Apple silicon MacBooks hold their value best of anything we buy.
Even older iPad Pro models still get a real offer.
Front screen and back glass both broken — it still sold.
Older Galaxy phones still have resale value.
Want a number for yours? Bring it to any store, or call (857) 302-2655 to ask before you come in.
WE BUY IPHONES
Sell your used, cracked or broken iPhone for cash near Boston. Bring it to one of our four stores, get an in-person offer, and get paid the same visit when you accept. Thinking about a carrier or Apple trade-in instead? We pay cash, not bill credit.
Check My iPhone
We evaluate older iPhone, Pro, Pro Max, Plus and SE models. Newest flagship models may be excluded.
Cracked screens, broken back glass, weak batteries and some non-working iPhones still qualify.
Visit Watertown, Newton, Wakefield or Burlington. No shipping or waiting for a mail-in offer.
Back up your information and remove Activation Lock before completing your sale.
Three steps to protect your data and make the in-store evaluation smoother.
Save your photos, contacts and messages using iCloud or a computer before removing your data.
Go to Settings → your name → Find My → Find My iPhone. Disable it with your Apple Account password to remove Activation Lock.
Once your backup is complete, go to Settings → General → Transfer or Reset iPhone → Erase All Content and Settings. Remove your SIM card if applicable.
Your iPhone's offer depends on its specs, condition and current resale demand.
Model year, Pro or standard version, and storage capacity such as 128GB, 256GB or 512GB.
Battery capacity, charging performance and whether the battery needs replacement.
Cracked screens, damaged back glass, camera issues, water damage and power problems can reduce the offer.
Carrier-unlocked phones generally have broader resale demand. Activation Lock and blacklisted IMEIs can prevent a sale.
Ready to sell your iPhone for cash? Check eligibility and find your closest store.
WE BUY SAMSUNG PHONES
Sell your Samsung Galaxy for cash near Boston — working, used or broken. Bring it to one of our four Massachusetts stores for an in-person inspection and same-visit payment if you accept the offer.
Check My Samsung
We evaluate eligible Galaxy S, Galaxy Note, Z Fold, Z Flip and Galaxy A series phones.
Cracked Galaxy screens, battery problems and non-working devices may still qualify for an offer.
Bring your phone to a nearby store and get an offer without mailing your device away.
Back up your files and remove your Google and Samsung accounts before completing the sale.
Follow these steps to protect your information and prepare your Galaxy for its next owner.
Save photos, contacts, messages and files using Samsung Smart Switch, Google Drive or another backup method.
Go to Settings → Accounts and backup → Manage accounts, select your Google account and choose Remove account. This prevents Factory Reset Protection from locking the phone after a reset.
In the same Manage accounts screen, select your Samsung account and follow the sign-out or removal steps.
Go to Settings → General management → Reset → Factory data reset. Remove your SIM and memory card.
Your Galaxy's model, specs, account status and condition shape its offer.
Galaxy S Ultra, Galaxy S, Z Fold, Z Flip and Galaxy A phones differ by model, age and market demand.
Internal storage such as 128GB, 256GB, 512GB or 1TB can influence the offer.
An active Factory Reset Protection lock can prevent resale. The previous owner's account must be removed first.
The phone should be signed out of its Samsung account and free of ownership or management restrictions.
Cracked screens, display lines, damaged foldable screens, battery issues and frame damage affect value.
Ready to sell your Samsung for cash? Check eligibility and find your closest store.
WE BUY IPADS
Sell your used, working or damaged iPad for cash near Boston. Bring it to one of our four Massachusetts locations for an in-person evaluation and same-visit payment if you accept.
Check My iPad
We evaluate eligible iPad Pro, iPad Air, iPad mini and standard iPad models.
Cracked screens, battery issues and other damage can be evaluated for an offer.
Visit a nearby store for an assessment without shipping your iPad away.
Back up and erase your personal information before transferring your iPad.
A few steps protect your personal information and get your iPad ready for resale.
Save your photos, files and settings using iCloud or a computer before erasing your iPad.
Open Settings → your name → Find My → Find My iPad and disable it with your Apple Account password. This removes Activation Lock.
Sign out of your Apple Account, then go to Settings → General → Transfer or Reset iPad → Erase All Content and Settings.
If you have them, bring your compatible Apple Pencil, Magic Keyboard, charger or original box.
Several device-specific factors determine the offer for your iPad.
iPad Pro, Air, mini and standard iPad differ in value. Release year and processor also matter.
Storage such as 64GB, 128GB, 256GB, 512GB or 1TB can influence the offer.
Cellular-capable iPads may be worth more than equivalent Wi-Fi-only models, depending on demand.
A compatible Apple Pencil, Magic Keyboard or keyboard case may add value when included.
Screen cracks, battery condition, charging problems, bent frames and other damage affect the offer.
Ready to sell your iPad for cash? Check eligibility and find your closest store.
WE BUY MACBOOKS
Sell your MacBook for cash near Boston — working, used or broken. Bring it to one of our four stores for an in-person evaluation, with no shipping and no waiting on a mail-in quote.
Check My MacBook
We evaluate eligible MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models, both Intel and Apple silicon.
Cracked screens, battery problems, liquid damage and other issues can be evaluated for an offer.
Visit a nearby location for an assessment without shipping your MacBook away.
Back up and erase your personal information before transferring your MacBook.
A few steps protect your information and get your MacBook ready for resale.
Save important files using Time Machine, iCloud or an external drive before erasing anything.
Sign out of your Apple Account and disable Find My Mac. Activation Lock must be removed before resale.
On supported Macs, use System Settings → General → Transfer or Reset → Erase All Content and Settings. Older Macs may require macOS Recovery.
Remove any firmware password or management restrictions you're authorized to remove. Bring the original charger if you have it.
Your MacBook's specifications and physical condition determine its offer.
MacBook Air vs. Pro, release year, Intel vs. M-series chip and overall specs.
SSD capacity and unified memory or RAM can significantly influence the offer.
Screen damage, keyboard issues, dents, liquid exposure and whether it powers on.
Battery condition and cycle count affect usability and resale value.
The original charger, box and other accessories may influence the final offer.
Ready to sell your MacBook for cash? Check eligibility and find your closest store.
WE BUY WINDOWS LAPTOPS
Sell your Dell, HP, Lenovo, ASUS, Acer, Microsoft Surface or other Windows laptop for cash near Boston — working, used or broken. Bring it to one of our four Massachusetts stores for an in-person evaluation.
Check My Laptop
We evaluate Dell, HP, Lenovo, ASUS, Acer, Microsoft Surface and other eligible Windows laptops.
Laptops with cracked screens, battery issues, keyboard problems or other damage may qualify.
Visit a nearby Fix 'N Repair location for an inspection and a local offer.
Back up your files, sign out of your accounts and reset Windows before resale.
Follow these steps to protect your data and prepare your laptop for resale.
Save documents, photos and other personal files to OneDrive, an external drive or another secure location.
Sign out of your Microsoft account and other services. Remove the laptop from your Microsoft account's device list where applicable.
In Windows 11, go to Settings → System → Recovery → Reset PC. Choose Remove everything and turn on the drive-cleaning option.
Include the original power adapter and any accessories. They help us test the laptop and can improve the offer.
Several factors influence the offer for your Windows laptop.
Dell XPS, HP Spectre, Lenovo ThinkPad, ASUS Zenbook, Surface Laptop and other models differ in value.
Intel Core, AMD Ryzen and Snapdragon processors, RAM and graphics hardware can affect the offer.
SSD capacity, RAM and overall hardware configuration influence value.
Screen, battery health, keyboard, ports, hinges and cosmetic wear are all considered.
The original charger, compatible accessories and packaging may improve the offer.
Ready to sell your laptop for cash? Check eligibility and find your closest store.
WE BUY PLAYSTATION
Sell your PlayStation 5, PS5 Slim, PS5 Pro or PlayStation Portal for cash near Boston — working, used or broken. Bring it to one of our stores for an in-person evaluation and get paid the same visit.
Check My PlayStation
We evaluate PS5, PS5 Slim, PS5 Pro and PlayStation Portal — with or without accessories.
Consoles with HDMI problems, disc drive issues, cosmetic damage or other faults may qualify.
Bring your console to one of our Massachusetts stores for an inspection and offer.
Back up your game saves, sign out of your account and reset your console before resale.
A few steps protect your personal data and get your console ready for resale.
Back up compatible game saves with PlayStation Plus cloud storage or a USB drive. Save any screenshots and videos you want to keep.
Sign out of PlayStation Network, turn off console sharing and offline play if enabled, and remove saved payment information.
Go to Settings → System → System Software → Reset Options → Reset Your Console and confirm. This erases local user data.
Bring your DualSense controller, power cord, HDMI cable, stand, charging accessories or original box if you have them.
Several factors influence the offer for your PlayStation 5 or Portal.
Original PS5, PS5 Slim, PS5 Pro, disc and digital editions, and PlayStation Portal differ in value.
Built-in SSD capacity and installed storage upgrades may influence the offer.
HDMI port damage, overheating, disc drive faults, controller issues and cosmetic damage affect value.
DualSense controllers, power and HDMI cables, stands and original packaging may increase the offer.
Screen condition, battery, controls and accessories matter. Reset the Portal separately before you sell it.
Ready to sell your PS5 for cash? Check eligibility and find your closest store.
WE BUY XBOX
Sell your Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S or Xbox One for cash near Boston — working, used or broken. Bring your console to one of our four Massachusetts locations for an in-person evaluation.
Check My Xbox
We evaluate Xbox Series X, Series S and eligible Xbox One models, with or without accessories.
Consoles with HDMI issues, disc drive faults, overheating or other damage may qualify.
Visit a nearby Fix 'N Repair store for an inspection and a local offer.
Back up your game saves, remove your Microsoft account and reset your console before resale.
Follow these steps to protect your data and prepare your console for resale.
Connect your Xbox to the internet so supported game saves sync to the Xbox network. Check any locally stored captures you want to keep.
Open Settings → Account → Remove accounts, select your profile and remove it from the console.
Go to Settings → System → Console info → Reset console and choose "Reset and remove everything."
Bring your Xbox controller, power cable, HDMI cable, expansion card and original box if you have them.
Several factors influence the offer for your Xbox console.
Xbox Series X, Series S, Xbox One X, One S and the original Xbox One differ in value.
Internal storage such as 512GB, 1TB or 2TB, plus expansion storage, may affect the offer.
HDMI port damage, disc drive issues, overheating, power problems and cosmetic wear influence value.
Controllers, power and HDMI cables, expansion cards and original packaging may increase the offer.
Working buttons, triggers, sticks and wireless connection matter. Stick drift lowers the value of an included controller.
Ready to sell your Xbox for cash? Check eligibility and find your closest store.
WE BUY NINTENDO SWITCH
Sell your Nintendo Switch, Switch Lite or Switch OLED for cash near Boston — working, used or broken. Bring your console to one of our four Massachusetts locations for an in-person evaluation.
Check My Switch
We evaluate Nintendo Switch, Switch Lite and Switch OLED, with or without accessories.
Consoles with screen issues, charging problems, Joy-Con drift or other damage may qualify.
Visit a nearby Fix 'N Repair store for an inspection and a local offer.
Back up your save data, prepare your Nintendo Account and reset your console before resale.
Follow these steps to protect your data and prepare your console for resale.
Eligible games back up to the cloud with an active Nintendo Switch Online membership. Other games may need a supported transfer method.
Confirm you can access your Nintendo Account, transfer any data you want to keep, and deregister the console as your primary console where applicable.
Go to System Settings → System → Formatting Options → Initialize Console and follow the prompts.
Bring Joy-Con controllers, dock, AC adapter, HDMI cable, carrying case and original box if you have them.
Several factors influence the offer for your Nintendo Switch.
Nintendo Switch, Switch Lite and Switch OLED differ in resale value.
Included microSD cards and storage accessories may affect the offer.
Screen damage, charging issues, overheating and physical wear influence value.
Dock, Joy-Con controllers, AC adapter, HDMI cable, case and original packaging may increase the offer.
Working buttons, sticks, rail connections and wireless connection matter. Joy-Con drift lowers the value.
Ready to sell your Switch for cash? Check eligibility and find your closest store.
These four checks apply to everything we buy — including Apple Watch and devices not listed above.
If a phone is reported lost or stolen, its IMEI may be blacklisted. Dial *#06# to find the IMEI and verify it before visiting.
An unlocked phone is generally easier to resell and may be worth more. Check carrier-lock status in your device settings.
Sign out of Find My, your Google account, or your console/Microsoft account so the device can be activated by its next owner.
Save photos, messages and files to iCloud, Google Photos or a computer before completing the sale.
Choose your device, condition, and area. We'll show you the most convenient Fix 'N Repair location for an in-person offer.
Select one device category.
This does not set a price — it only helps us understand what you're bringing in.
Choose your city or the closest option and we'll recommend a store.
We'll inspect it in person and let you know what we can offer.
7 Main St, Watertown, MA 02472
Final buyback eligibility and value depend on an in-store inspection, device ownership/lock status, model, condition, and current resale demand.
Once you accept our offer, choose the payment option that works best for you.
Paid before you leave the store.
Transferred during checkout.
Sent while you're still in store.
RATHER KEEP IT?
Sometimes a broken MacBook or iPad is worth more to you fixed than sold. We repair the same devices we buy, so we can tell you honestly which option makes more sense for yours.
Bring it in and ask for both a repair quote and a buyback offer, or call (857) 302-2655.
LOCAL DEVICE BUYBACK
Fix 'N Repair buys eligible phones, tablets, laptops, game consoles and Apple Watches at four Greater Boston locations.
Have an older iPhone or Galaxy you no longer use? Bring it to a nearby Fix 'N Repair shop for an in-person inspection and cash offer. We serve Boston and Greater Boston from Watertown, Newton, Wakefield and Burlington.
How to prepare your iPhone →Looking for a place to sell a MacBook or Windows laptop nearby? Visit one of our four Massachusetts stores, let a technician check its model and condition, and get a cash offer without shipping it away.
What affects MacBook value →We buy PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch consoles, working or not. Customers from Cambridge, Waltham, Belmont, Arlington, Medford, Melrose, Reading and nearby towns visit the closest store.
Prepare your console →Skip mail-in trade-ins and meet a local technician instead. Buyback is available in Watertown, Newton, Wakefield and Burlington for eligible iPhones, iPads, MacBooks, laptops, consoles and watches.
Get directions →THE SELLING GUIDE
What we've learned from buying devices across the counter at our four stores — where to sell, what your device is really worth, and how to avoid the mistakes that cost people money.
When someone walks into our Watertown shop with an old iPhone, they've usually already looked at two or three other options. Each one trades money against time and hassle. Here's how they compare.
| Option | How you're paid | How long it takes | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Local buyback (like us) | Cash, Venmo or Zelle | One visit | Broken devices, or anyone who wants money today |
| Apple or carrier trade-in | Credit toward a new device or your bill | Days to weeks, often mailed in | People buying a new phone from that same company |
| Private sale (Marketplace, Craigslist) | Whatever the buyer pays | Days to weeks of messages and meetups | Working, newer devices where top dollar matters |
| Mail-in buyback sites | Check or transfer after inspection | One to two weeks, plus shipping | Working devices when there's no local option |
We'll be straight with you: a private sale usually gets the most money for a working, recent phone. Our offers are lower because we take on the risk, the testing and the time it takes to resell. What you get in return is cash the same visit and no strangers in your driveway. For broken devices, a private sale is much harder, which is where a local buyback makes the most sense.
"Sell my phone in Boston" is one of the most common searches that leads people to this page, and the answer depends on whether you want cash or credit. Carrier stores and Apple Stores generally offer trade-in credit tied to a new purchase. Pawn shops and some electronics resellers pay cash, but many only take working, unlocked phones.
We buy in person at all four of our stores: Watertown (7 Main St), Newton (212 Sumner St), Wakefield (18 Albion St) and Burlington (271A Cambridge St). No appointment is needed. If you're coming from Boston, Cambridge or Belmont, Watertown is usually closest. From Waltham, Newton. From Medford, Melrose or Reading, Wakefield. From Arlington, Burlington.
Yes, broken phones are worth something, and we buy them. A phone with a cracked screen, shattered back glass, a dead battery or water damage still has a working board, cameras and other parts with resale value. That's why we recently paid $30 for an iPhone 14 Pro with both the front screen and the back glass broken. It wasn't worth much, but it was worth more than sitting in a drawer.
What lowers the value most, in our experience:
Cosmetic damage — scratches, a cracked back, a chipped frame — lowers the offer, but far less than people expect.
We don't quote prices online because two phones with the same name can be worth very different amounts. When you bring a device in, a technician checks it at the counter. For a phone, that means powering it on, checking the screen and touch response, the back glass, cameras, charging port, battery health, signs of liquid damage, and whether it's signed out of its accounts.
The offer then comes down to five things:
This is the most common reason a sale gets held up at our counter, and it's almost always fixable at home in two minutes.
If Find My is still on, the device stays tied to your Apple Account even after it's erased, and nobody else can use it. Turn off Find My with your Apple Account password before you come in. If you've forgotten the password, recover the account through Apple first.
Android phones lock to the last Google account after a reset. Remove your Google account under Settings → Accounts and backup → Manage accounts before resetting the phone.
A phone reported lost or stolen, or with an unpaid carrier balance, can be blacklisted, which keeps it off cellular networks. Dial *#06# to see your IMEI and check its status with your carrier.
Laptops and iPads from a school or employer may be enrolled in device management. Those generally need to be released by the organization, not by you.
Usually not, and here's why: when we buy a broken device, we can fix it at our cost, which is less than you'd pay for the same repair. So the extra you'd get for a repaired phone is often smaller than what the repair costs you.
The exception is a device you actually want to keep. If a new screen or battery gives you another year or two of use, that's almost always better value than selling and buying a replacement. If you're unsure, ask for both numbers at the counter. We'll give you a repair quote and a buyback offer so you can compare. You can also read about our MacBook and laptop repair and iPad repair services.
Every device loses value over time, but some moments hit harder than others:
If you'd rather sell a working device yourself for more money, that's a reasonable choice. A few habits protect you:
Five minutes at home saves you a second trip.
Then bring it to whichever store is closest, or call (857) 302-2655 with questions first.
Yes. We buy phones, tablets, laptops, game consoles and Apple Watches in many conditions, including cracked, water-damaged and completely dead devices. A device that won't power on still has parts with resale value, so it can still get an offer. The offer reflects the condition, so a dead device is worth less than the same model working. Bring it to any of our four stores and a technician will check it in person before making an offer.
It depends on the model, storage, condition, lock status and current resale demand, so we don't quote prices online. For a sense of real numbers: we recently paid $380 for a MacBook Air M4, $80 for a first-generation 11-inch iPad Pro, and $30 for an iPhone 14 Pro with both the front and back glass broken. Bring your device in and a technician will inspect it and give you an offer on the spot.
Not right now. Buyback is in-store only at our Watertown, Newton, Wakefield and Burlington locations, because we need to physically check the device before making an offer. Screens, batteries, ports, water damage and lock status can't be judged reliably from a description or a photo. You can use the quick device check on this page to find your closest store, or call (857) 302-2655 with questions before you come in.
Cash, Venmo or Zelle, whichever you prefer. Once you accept the offer, we pay you during the same visit, so there's no waiting for a check or a mail-in payout. If you want a digital payment, have your Venmo or Zelle details ready when you come in. If you decide the offer isn't right for you, you're free to take your device home.
Yes. Along with phones, tablets and laptops, we buy PlayStation 5 (including Slim, Pro and PlayStation Portal), Xbox Series X, Series S and Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Switch Lite and Switch OLED, and Apple Watch. Consoles with HDMI problems, disc drive faults or overheating can still qualify. Bring the controller, power cable and other accessories if you have them, because they can raise the offer.
Yes. Watertown (7 Main St), Newton (212 Sumner St), Wakefield (18 Albion St) and Burlington (271A Cambridge St) all buy every device category on this page, including phones, tablets, laptops, consoles and Apple Watches. No appointment is needed. Pick the store closest to you, or use the quick device check on this page and it will suggest one based on your town.
We do. Our four stores in Watertown, Newton, Wakefield and Burlington buy broken iPhones, Samsung Galaxy phones and other Android phones, including cracked screens, shattered back glass, dead batteries, water damage and phones that won't turn on. For example, we recently paid $30 for an iPhone 14 Pro with both the front and back glass broken. Activation Lock, a Google account lock or a blacklisted IMEI can prevent the sale, so remove your accounts first.
At any Fix 'N Repair store in Watertown, Newton, Wakefield or Burlington. We buy the original PS5, PS5 Slim, PS5 Pro, disc and digital editions, and PlayStation Portal, working or not. A technician checks the console in person and pays cash, Venmo or Zelle the same visit if you accept. Bring the controller, power cord and HDMI cable if you have them, and sign out of PlayStation Network before you come in.
Yes. We buy MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models with cracked screens, bad batteries, liquid damage, keyboard problems or no power at all. The offer depends on the model year, chip, storage, memory and how much is damaged, so a broken M-series MacBook is usually worth more than a broken older Intel model. The one thing that can stop a sale is Activation Lock, so sign out of your Apple Account and turn off Find My Mac first.
MORE ANSWERS
Look for a shop that inspects your device in person, explains the offer clearly, and pays the same visit rather than making you wait on a mail-in quote. Fix 'N Repair buys used phones, tablets, laptops, consoles, and Apple Watches at its Watertown, Newton, Wakefield, and Burlington, MA locations — no appointment needed.
Judge a buyback shop by whether it checks your device in person, explains any deductions clearly, and pays before you leave — not by unverifiable ranking claims. Ask whether you're paid on the spot or only after the phone is shipped and inspected, since mail-in offers can be reduced after inspection. Fix 'N Repair checks, explains and pays in person at its four Massachusetts locations.
Fix 'N Repair buys eligible smartphones for cash at its Watertown, Newton, Wakefield, and Burlington shops, all a short drive from Boston. Bring the phone in, get it inspected, and walk out with cash the same visit. If you'd rather not carry cash, we can pay by Venmo or Zelle instead, whichever you prefer.
Selling in person is usually the fastest route — there's no listing to write or buyer to wait on. Bring your iPhone to any of our four Massachusetts shops and get an offer the same visit, no appointment or online quote step required. Turning off Find My and backing up your photos before you arrive makes the whole visit even quicker.
Bring your iPhone to a Fix 'N Repair location in Watertown, Newton, Wakefield, or Burlington. A technician checks its condition and lock status, makes an offer, and pays you in cash, Venmo, or Zelle once you accept. Turn off Find My before you come in, because an iPhone that's still on Activation Lock can't be sold until it's removed.
Back up your photos and files first. Then sign out of iCloud (or remove your Google account on Android) to clear activation lock, check whether the IMEI is blacklisted, and note if the phone is carrier-unlocked. Doing this ahead of time speeds up the in-person inspection. Remove your SIM card and any memory card last.
If you want cash the same day without listing the phone yourself, selling in person at a local shop is generally the easiest route. Fix 'N Repair inspects the iPhone on the spot at any of its four Massachusetts locations and pays immediately once you accept the offer. There's no shipping box, no waiting on a buyer, and no meeting strangers.
A carrier trade-in usually takes days to process and pays out as bill credit. A local buyback works differently — Fix 'N Repair evaluates your iPhone in person and pays cash, Venmo, or Zelle the same visit. If you specifically want manufacturer trade-in credit rather than cash, check with Apple or your carrier directly, since that's a separate program we don't run.
Walk-ins are welcome for device buyback. Choose the store closest to you for directions.
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