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Before the official release of iPhone 12 in our country, imported iPhone 12 models were brought into the country due to Vietnam typically falling into the third wave of Apple's new iPhone releases. However, at this current juncture where the official iPhone 12 is available in our country, is it still advisable to buy imported ones?
1. What does 'imported iPhone 12' mean?
The term 'imported' refers to products brought into Vietnam through personal channels. This could involve purchasing the iPhone 12 from an Apple Store abroad while traveling or residing there, or receiving it as a gift from someone living overseas. Essentially, imported iPhone 12 models are still genuine products with no compromise in quality compared to those officially distributed. However, when commercialized, imported iPhone 12 models from unreliable sources are often associated with scandals (tax evasion or unclear origins).
Therefore, imported iPhone 12 models, in essence, remain 'genuine' products, with quality similar to officially distributed ones. However, when sold by untrustworthy sources, imported iPhone 12 models are often linked to scandals such as tax evasion or unclear origins.
Moreover, some local telecommunication companies often offer incentives to their network users, hence selling iPhones in general and iPhone 12 in particular at lower prices. However, these devices can only be used with the network of that specific carrier. When used with other networks, the device functionalities are limited, prompting many technicians in Vietnam to address this issue by using SIM adapters.
2. Pros and cons of imported iPhone 12
– Pros of imported iPhone 12: Compared to the official version, imported iPhone 12 has several advantages such as:
+ Early availability, thus satisfying the demand of Vietnamese consumers
+ When the official iPhone 12 is released, the imported version is priced several million dong cheaper than the official one.
– Cons of imported iPhone 12
Despite certain advantages, imported iPhone 12 models with ZA (Singapore), ZP (Hong Kong), and LL (US) codes often encounter software-related issues, causing users to potentially lose tens of millions of dong without knowing how to address them due to lack of official warranty coverage.
Additionally, imported iPhone 12 models often face difficulties in software updates.
Overall, compared to the advantages, imported iPhone 12 models have more disadvantages, leaving users constantly worried.
3. Should you buy an imported iPhone 12 at this moment?
Clearly, with the official distribution of iPhone 12 in Vietnam and even a price drop of 2 million dong compared to its initial release, purchasing an imported iPhone is truly not advisable.
Apple redesigned the iPhone 12 with a flat screen and metal frame reminiscent of the iPhone 4S and iPhone 5 generations. Alongside the powerful Apple A14 Bionic chip manufactured on a 5nm process for peak processing performance, it runs on the new iOS 14 operating system, offering users a plethora of applications.
Certainly, the integration of 5G connectivity is a notable advantage of the iPhone 12, bringing satisfaction to users.
Currently, alongside the official iPhone 12, buyers can also opt for refurbished iPhone 12 models or those with activated warranties sold by authorized Apple distributors, offering both affordability and peace of mind.
