How to determine if an iPhone is a genuine Apple device?

Can I have support to detected if the iPhone is real device from Apple ?

I need I warranty that is real.


iPhone 15 Pro Max, iOS 26

Posted on Feb 8, 2026 6:41 PM

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Posted on Feb 8, 2026 6:50 PM

Buy only from a reputable seller. Request the original purchase receipt from Apple, or an Apple reseller.


Serial numbers can be copied, and are not reliable for detecting counterfeit devices.


This might help: https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/fake-iphones-exposed/


Best: buy new or refurbished from Apple or from an Apple authorized reseller.

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Feb 8, 2026 6:50 PM in response to brunilde64

Buy only from a reputable seller. Request the original purchase receipt from Apple, or an Apple reseller.


Serial numbers can be copied, and are not reliable for detecting counterfeit devices.


This might help: https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/fake-iphones-exposed/


Best: buy new or refurbished from Apple or from an Apple authorized reseller.

Feb 8, 2026 6:46 PM in response to brunilde64

"How to determine if an iPhone is a genuine Apple device?: Can I have support to detected if the iPhone is real device from Apple ? I need I warranty that is real."

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Genuine Apple Device:

So, who is the seller? If Apple, or a retailer, then no worries there. Elsewise, if jailbroken it may be modified, misleading you with the incorrect Serial Number being shown.

  1. Go to: Settings
  2. Tap: General
  3. Tap: Advanced
  4. Enter the Serial Number here: https://checkcoverage.apple.com

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