iPhone 11 Pro, iOS 18
It is almost impossible to identify fake AirPods. In reality, the only way to make sure AirPods are real is to buy them from the Apple Store or from one of Apple's authorized retailers. Please see the article below:
How to identify fake AirPods - Apple Community
As a supplement, the enclosed photos are not sufficient for identification (while it is most important not to show the serial number publicly. There are many features on the packaging that sometimes only in combination confirm whether it is an original product or a counterfeit. In this case, based on the factors
is my best guess: a counterfeit.
A possible next enquiry could really be more complete then.
Because I've even come across a plagiarism myself, which even passed the serial number check, I see it like Carol below. Almost impossible. What definitely works in my opinion is a functional test against a confirmed original - which of course won't be possible at the moments when it's most needed, before a purchase.
If we told you, “No, they’re conterfeit” would it make any difference in your decision?
(Because they likely are counterfeits)
If “Genuine” matters to you, purchase them
from an authorized outlet.
If “Cheap” is more important, that’s fine too.
Just don’t kid yourself that you’re getting both.
Are these airpods fake or real?
