Be careful: China has already learned how to counterfeit secure iPhone 15 boxes

Just last week became aware of new hidden symbols that are applied to boxes iPhone 15 and indicate the authenticity of the devices, and Chinese factories have already learned how to counterfeit them. About it warned insider Majin Bu.

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Fake tags. Photo: @MajinBuOfficial / X

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The fake mark is already on the box. Photo: @MajinBuOfficial / X

These labels can only be seen under ultraviolet light. They are applied to seals that protect the boxes from tampering. The tags have the inscription “iPhone” and a small DataMatrix code. According to the idea of ​​the Cupertino company, they should help customers distinguish between fakes and used smartphones that are passed off as new.

It turns out that this method of protection is no longer a guarantee. Therefore, the surest way to check again is the Apple website, where you can enter the serial number of the gadget and find out its authenticity, as well as the activation date and warranty period.

We talked in more detail about buying an iPhone from someone else in a separate article. article. It is also suitable for thoroughly checking a new smartphone.