2024-04-01 10:01:28
Counterfeit products are now invading the markets like never before, so you can easily fall victim to one of them, but with a little caution you can avoid this problem.
Although Apple is not the one who invented wireless earphones, it is, without a doubt, the one who contributed to the popularity of this technology using AirPods in 2016.
As with all things popular, scammers were quick to exploit this trend and started selling fake AirPods at very cheap prices.
If you want to buy “Apple AirPods” but you are not sure whether they are original or fake, we will give you some ways through which you can verify that the product you want to buy is original or counterfeit.
One of the easiest ways to check whether AirPods are real or not is to check the packaging they came in. Apple puts a lot of effort into packaging, which makes it difficult for imitators to fake them and provide the same experience as real products.
Also, fake AirPods often have misspelled words. Another sign is that the labels on the original AirPods are separate while the fake ones contain a single piece of paper.
If your AirPods have a slightly faded Apple logo or the nib has curved edges, it’s very likely they’re not made by Apple.
In the same context, once you open the box, immediately check its contents. Original AirPods come with a user manual, warranty card, and security sheet, so if you lose any of them, it is possible that someone has opened the box before, or the product is fake.
Each original AirPods box comes with its own serial number, so be sure to head to Apple’s serial number checker page and type in the number of your wireless earbuds to find out if they are original or not.
But even if the serial number passes Apple’s inspection, there is a small possibility that the AirPods inside the case have a different serial number, so check if the case and headphones have the same number.
Here it must be noted that the original AirPods contain serial numbers printed on the underside of them, so always be sure to ensure that they match the numbers on the box.
The second-generation AirPods Pro and third-generation AirPods are located inside the charging case hinge near the edge, while the AirPods Max’s serial numbers are located inside the left earcup, directly above the speaker.
Apple introduced a new feature with iOS 16 that can check whether the AirPods you have connected are fake or not.
And if you receive a “AirPods cannot be verified” alert right after pairing your wireless earbuds, you may have gotten fake ones.
However, this is not always the case, as you may also see the same message when connected to a real one due to some bugs or issues in the software.
If you buy AirPods in any color other than white, they are definitely fake. Apple only makes AirPods in one color, so if you see them in different colors, you have been deceived.
Also, most fake AirPods contain patchy edges or some other defects, and to check if the deal is real, try comparing the headphones to the pictures on the “Apple” website.
If the grilles are loose or the trunk has a button instead of a sensor, it is fake. You can also determine authenticity by checking the multi-function button on the back of the charging case. Fake products often have a loose or raised button, while the original one is in line with the rest of the case.
In case you are unable to determine whether the earbuds you purchased are real or not, pay attention to the sound quality; Fake AirPods often have poor sound quality and lack clarity.
Some advanced features like spatial audio and other audio enhancements are also missing, so if some functions aren’t working as intended, your AirPods might be fake.
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2024-04-01 10:01:28