FAQs
Check IMEI number
How to check if an iPhone screen is original? ›
With iPhone 11 models and later, excluding iPhone SE (2nd and 3rd generation), using iOS 15.2 and later, you can go to Settings > General > About for the parts and service history of your iPhone. You can also find out whether the display has been replaced.
How can I test iPhone? ›
How to put your iPhone in diagnostics mode
- Turn off your iPhone: Press and hold either volume button and the side button until the power-off slider appears. ...
- Press and hold both the volume up and volume down buttons.
Enter your iPhone's serial number (found in Settings > General > About). You'll receive a six-digit code on your iPhone. Enter this code on your computer. Select iPhone from the list of devices and choose the type of diagnostic test you want to run (e.g., Mobile Resource Inspector, Audio Output).
What are the signs of fake iPhone? ›
Check the build quality: Apple products are known for their premium build quality. A fake iPhone may feel lightweight or have a lower-quality finish. Verify the software: Genuine iPhones will run iOS, Apple's official operating system. If the iPhone has a different operating system or user interface, it may be a fake.
How to check if IMEI is original? ›
STEPS FOR IMEI VERIFICATION
- Type *#06# in your mobile device. ...
- Enter the displayed code in the box below and click on "check my device".
- The Mode and Manufacturer of your mobile device will be displayed.
- If the IMEI display a different model, please check with your vendor as your mobile device may not be genuine.
The iPhone's screen is a 320×480-resolution LCD screen at 163 ppi that measures about 3.5 inches diagonally, much bigger than most other phones at the time, and the iPhone was the first mobile phone with multi-touch technology.
How do I check my iPhone properly? ›
If you're buying in person or inspecting after purchase
- If necessary, remove the case and any accessories from the iPhone.
- Check for scratches on the display.
- Check the sides and back of the iPhone for scratches, scuffs, and dents.
- Inspect the Lightning connector for damage or debris.
Some Android devices also have hidden diagnostic tools in their operating system, which you can access by typing codes into the phone app. For example, the code *#o*# can pull up the diagnostics menu and run a check-up on different aspects of your Android phone's health.
What is the code for iPhone test? ›
*3001#12345#* – Field Test Mode
This code opens the Field Test Mode on your iPhone, and it reveals a lot of technical information about your cellular network and signal strength.
Check IMEI number
An original Apple iPhone model will always have an IMEI number. If there is no IMEI number, it is likely that the model is fake. To check the IMEI number of your device, go to Settings on your smartphone, tap on General and then go to About section.
How to check if iPhone display is original or not? ›
Go to Settings -> General -> About -> Parts and Service history. If you see an "Unknown Part," the screen is non-original, was installed incorrectly, or has been previously used in another iPhone.
How to check if iPhone parts are original? ›
With iOS 15.2 and later, go to Settings > General > About to check the parts and service history of your iPhone. If your iPhone has been repaired, a Parts and Service History section appears in Settings > General > About. The parts will be shown as either repaired with a genuine Apple part or an unknown part.
Can I check if an Apple product is original? ›
Authentic Apple Products have the “MFI” (Made for iPhone/iPad/iPad) logo on their boxes. Apple chargers and connectors ALWAYS have the “Designed by Apple in California” writing and at the end of it is the 12-digit serial number which you can verify online.
How to verify iPhone serial number? ›
Go to Settings > General and tap About. Look for the serial number. You might need to scroll down to find the IMEI/MEID and ICCID. To paste this information into Apple registration or support forms, touch and hold the number to copy.
