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Like all other Apple devices, checking iPhone 6, 6 Plus authenticity is no exception. Due to the abundance of counterfeit and low-quality products in the market, even a slight oversight can lead astray.
Similar to authenticating iPhone 6s, this model has faced notorious issues with counterfeit products. Verifying iPhone 6s accurately can be time-consuming. However, armed with the knowledge in this article, Mytour believes it will help you address these concerns.
- The part number (suffix) will bear a different symbol from genuine products in Vietnam, specifically different from VN/A.
- Goods are imported from various channels (not Apple), so sellers are also unsure about the quality.
Typically, genuine iPhone 6 and 6 Plus are supplied in Vietnam later compared to other markets. Therefore, many traders speculate and purchase from overseas markets, then distribute them in Vietnam to meet customer demand. Due to the popularity of Apple devices, initially, parallel-imported products will have a considerably higher price compared to the listed price at the initial stage and then stabilize after a few weeks of sales. When genuine products are supplied by partner companies in Vietnam, they will compete competitively with this type of genuine product.
Checking if iPhone 6, 6 Plus are genuine or counterfeit
1. Inspect the box casing
Authentic Apple products always boast exquisite beauty and are easily distinguishable. A prime example is the genuine packaging of iPhone 6 and 6S, which is sleek, neatly sealed, with meticulous edges, free from dents unlike counterfeit iPhone boxes. Counterfeit items often come in large quantities with careless packaging, and the shipping process lacks attention due to their low cost.
The packaging of counterfeit iPhone 6 and 6s usually features rough text and images, blurry fonts, upon closer inspection, one can spot sloppy details. Genuine packaging, on the other hand, is beautiful, elegant, with clear text and images.
2. Connect iPhone 6, 6 Plus to iTunes
Connecting iPhone 6, 6 Plus to iTunes is the most specific method to check authenticity as the system will recognize and display information for users to know whether the iPhone 6, 6 Plus is genuine or not. Additionally, you can also proceed to Restore iPhone 6, 6 Plus as checking iPhone 6, 6 Plus will also let you know if your device is locked or not.
3. Check the device's IMEI
Every iPhone device has a unique serial number, so users can view the IMEI number, device model, and serial number. Once you have the exact IMEI, serial, and model information, you can access Apple's support website, enter the serial or IMEI number to compare. If not found, then the iPhone is counterfeit. Readers can also learn how to check iPhone IMEI on Mytour.
4. Verify the operating system
This is an easy way to determine whether an iPhone 6, 6 Plus is real or fake because no fake device can run iOS, it runs Android. Therefore, you just need to go to the AppStore to see if it's the genuine AppStore or a fake one like Ch Play, then you'll know whether the iPhone 6, 6 Plus is real or fake.
Above are some basic actions to help you check whether iPhone 6, 6 Plus is real or fake. Besides, there are many other distinguishing methods. If you don't frequently use iPhone, then find a technician or friends who are familiar with it to test, or you can bring along genuine products for comparison.
For those who are considering another HOT product like iPhone 7, 7 Plus, we already have an article on how to check iPhone 7, 7 Plus. Refer to the guide to check iPhone 7,7 Plus for yourself to equip essential knowledge.
