Before You Buy, You Must Know How To Distinguish Between Real And Fake IPhones

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JAKARTA - Not once were people deceived by sellers who offered iPhone cell phones at low prices. The most recent occurred in November, where a woman was tricked by a seller who offered an iPhone 11 cellphone for Rp. 8 million.

Judging by the search results via Google, the VOI team found that this event had occurred frequently. Of course, with a variety of different types of products and prices. What is clear, the same event is repeated every year.

To prevent readers from experiencing the same disadvantages, the author has summarized how to distinguish real and fake iPhones. Find out by checking the authenticity of the following iPhone.

How to Check iPhone Authenticity

Now, the modus operandi of crime has become increasingly sophisticated. A fake iPhone replica can look very similar to the original product. So, it's natural that many users are easily fooled. Moreover, added with the lure of cheap prices.

To minimize fraud, here's how to check the authenticity of an iPhone that you can do easily and quickly. Apply before making a purchase!

Check the IMEI and iPhone Warranty

The easiest way to check the authenticity of an iPhone is to check the IMEI. Generally, you can find the IMEI number listed on the iPhone box. After getting it, check the number through Apple's official website.

If the official site succeeds in showing the device description, congratulations. The sign that the mobile phone offered is a genuine device. If not, go ahead and put off the purchase.

Observe Camera Quality

One of the factors that makes the iPhone a lot of loyal fans is the quality of the good camera. Since the beginning the company launched the iPhone series, the photography feature is a feature that has often been improved. Both improvements in the lens, photography and video supporting features, to other supporting technologies.

Therefore, by observing the quality of the camera you can determine the authenticity of the iPhone you want to buy. So, when buying a device, it's a good idea to invite friends who are already using this phone. Next, compare the camera quality between the two devices.

App Store supported

Typically, every real iPhone phone has an App Store that you can use to find and download apps. So, it's only natural that a fake iPhone isn't supported by this Apple-made app store.

Not infrequently, the application store is replaced by Google Play, the platform that is usually owned by Android phones. So, when you find a cellphone that is sold supported by the Play Store, it's better to leave it immediately.