Is this iPhone original, refurbished or replaced?

“Brand new” iPhones are sometimes refurbished or repackaged, and some have been replaced by Apple. An IMEI check shows the real model, colour, capacity, purchase date and replacement status.

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Red flags

Model or storage in the result doesn’t match the box.
Purchase date years before “brand new”.
“Replaced by Apple: Yes” or “Refurbished: Yes”.
IMEI on the box ≠ IMEI in *#06#.

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(emergency) All-in-one Pro [no Carrier] ✅ — $0.20 · instant
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Blacklist Status (gsma) — $0.05 · instant

Frequently asked questions

What is a repackaged iPhone?

A used or refurbished phone put in a new-looking box and sold as new. The purchase date and activation history usually reveal it.

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