How to know if a device is fake or not fake or activated or unactivated on apple website

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iPhone 13 Pro Max

Posted on Oct 7, 2021 6:42 PM

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Posted on Oct 8, 2021 4:49 PM

Hi Sushi_895,


We understand you're trying to determine if an Apple device is authentic. We're happy to help.


The easiest way is to use Apple's warranty coverage checker: Check Coverage


To use it, you'll just enter the serial number from the device. If it is a legit Apple device, it will bring up information about the device and warranty. If it is a counterfeit device, you'll receive an error on the site when you search for the serial number.


Aside from that, you can also take the device to an Apple Store or Apple Authorized Service Provider to have it physically inspected. You can search for nearby locations here: Find Locations


We hope this helps. Cheers!

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Oct 8, 2021 4:49 PM in response to Sushi_895

Hi Sushi_895,


We understand you're trying to determine if an Apple device is authentic. We're happy to help.


The easiest way is to use Apple's warranty coverage checker: Check Coverage


To use it, you'll just enter the serial number from the device. If it is a legit Apple device, it will bring up information about the device and warranty. If it is a counterfeit device, you'll receive an error on the site when you search for the serial number.


Aside from that, you can also take the device to an Apple Store or Apple Authorized Service Provider to have it physically inspected. You can search for nearby locations here: Find Locations


We hope this helps. Cheers!

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