As iPhone 16 series sale is live, Apple fans are all set to get their hands on the latest iPhone model. This year Apple has set up sales on instant e-commerce platforms, to increase their selling bandwidth. Yes, a new approach to selling high-end smartphones! In addition to selling the latest model on retail platforms such as Amazon or Flipkart, the tech giant also made the iPhone available on BigBasket, an online grocery platform.
But there’s a blind spot to this ‘instant iPhone delivering’ service. There have been complaints of having ‘trust issues.’ In spite of Apple’s smartphones being packed with top-tier features, users are raising questions about its authenticity. How genuine can an iPhone be if it gets delivered within 10 minutes? Well, here’s the solution to check its authenticity!
Is your iPhone real or fake?
Apple has generated about 39 billion U.S. dollars in revenue from the sales of its iPhones in the third quarter of 2024, as reported by Statista. Despite the high demand for iPhones, there has been a rise in fake models that are nearly identical to the real ones. To ensure that you don’t get bluffed, here’s the solution to check the authenticity of your latest iPhone models:
- Start by checking the packaging of your brand new iPhone. The cupertino-based tech giant has been known for its ‘eye for details’ even if it’s just packaging. If you find that your ‘brand new’ iPhone box doesn’t look ‘brand new’ instantly flag it off!
- Next check the International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) number. Notably, IMEI number is a unique serial number that every smartphone has. To find the number dial *#06# on your iPhone. Now cross check this number with the number displayed on the box. If the number matches, then you are good to go.
- Does your Apple iPhone feel like a feather? Well, then there’s some issue.Apple has always been known for its sturdy and premium build. Your brand new iPhone should feel solid, with no loose-parts. The buttons should work well with a smooth user interface. The specifications written on the box should match the way the iPhone feels.
- Another tip to check your iPhone’s authenticity is by checking the software. To check the software go to ‘settings.’ Then click ‘general’ and you will get the ‘software’ option.Click on it and you will be able to see the iOS inbuilt in your iPhone.
Additionally, you can try checking ‘Siri’. If your ‘Hey Siri’ doesn’t get a response, your iPhone 16 might be fake. Furthermore, you can also avoid buying your all new iPhone 16 from instant-ecommerce platforms. It’s always advisable to buy premium electronic gadgets from their offline store.
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