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How to identify if the phone is refurbished

Hi!


I recently bought iPhone 7 plus from e-commerce site in Dubai. I found a small trace alter in packaging of iPhone.

How can I check if the phone i received is New or Refurbished?

Can Apple provide any confirmation if the phone is Refurbished ?


Thank you,

Sri

Posted on Jun 30, 2019 1:31 AM

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Posted on Jun 30, 2019 6:25 AM

Hello.

Check you Serial Number, especially, the letters.

  • M – Brand new device, meaning the device was purchased new
  • F – Refurbished device, meaning the device has been through refurbishing process


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How to identify if the phone is refurbished

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