With iPhones being so popular worldwide, including India, counterfeit models have flooded the market. Here’s how to quickly identify if your new iphone is genuine or fake.
1️⃣ Check the Packaging Carefully
· Original iPhones come in premium packaging with neat printing and high-quality materials.
· Counterfeit boxes may have blurry text, incorrect logos, or flimsy materials.
· Inspect the serial number and IMEI printed on the box.
2️⃣ Verify IMEI and Serial Number
· Go to Settings → General → About to find your iPhone’s IMEI and serial number.
· Visit Apple’s official site: https://checkcoverage.apple.com
· Enter the numbers to confirm if the device is genuine.
3️⃣ Check the Build and Display Quality
· Original iPhones have seamless build quality, crisp Retina displays, and smooth buttons.
· Fake models may have loose buttons, lower resolution screens, or uneven edges.
· Test the touch sensitivity and screen brightness for authenticity.
4️⃣ Test iOS Features
· Only genuine iPhones run official iOS smoothly.
· Check Siri, App Store, Face ID/Touch ID, and iMessage/FaceTime functionality.
· Fake devices may run Android with an iOS-like skin, so some features might not work properly.
5️⃣ Check the Camera and Performance
· Original iPhones have high-quality cameras, fast processing, and smooth app performance.
· Fake devices often have slower processors, grainy cameras, or poor low-light performance.
6️⃣ Price Check
· If the deal seems too good to be true, it probably is.
· Genuine iPhones rarely drop drastically in price immediately after release.
✅ Takeaway
By checking packaging, IMEI, build quality, iOS features, and performance, you can quickly identify if your iphone is genuine, avoiding fraud and getting the full apple experience.
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