What to check when buying an iPhone 11?

Buying a used iPhone is a good way to save money, but it's important to be careful not to buy a fake or counterfeit device. Here are a few things to check before you pick up an iPhone like iPhone 11. yaknoviy.ua specialists share tips on how to make sure of the quality and reliability of "apple" smartphones without spending a lot of time on it.

Authenticity

First of all, you should check that the iPhone is real. Check the serial number on the official Apple website. You can get your iPhone's IMEI or MEID number by following these steps.

1. Go to iPhone options.
2. Select General.
3. Go to the "About" tab.
4. Scroll down and find the IMEI (or MEID) number.

After receiving the IMEI number, go to the Apple Support website (https://checkcoverage.apple.com/) and paste the serial number. The results should confirm the valid purchase date of your iPhone and indicate whether it is active for repair and service.

Lock iCloud activation

If your iPhone displays an Activation Lock screen asking you to enter your Apple ID and password, your iPhone is locked to iCloud. This security measure prevents thieves from configuring and using a stolen or lost Apple phone. Never buy an iPhone with locked activation, as this is a clear sign of theft!

Battery status

One of the most important things to check when buying a headset. When buying any device in our store, you can count on battery health of at least 80%. To see the current state of your iPhone 11 (and later) battery, go to Settings and select Battery health and charging. It is determined by the percentage specified in the "Maximum capacity" section. The closer to 100% capacity, the better.

If the battery is not original, you will see a message saying that it is impossible to verify its authenticity.

Screen Status

The touch screen is one of the "most sensitive" parts of the iPhone, even with all the shock protection. It is also one of the most expensive components of an Apple smartphone.

Look out for uneven lighting, dead pixels, and discoloration. Make sure there are no streaks or yellowish areas on the display.

To check the screen for dents or scratches, remove all covers and stickers.

Component Check

Check the buttons, camera, Touch ID, side button, power button, and the Ring/Mute switch. Test different apps and services on it, as well as the speakers, microphone and charging port. For the latter, make sure your iPhone is charging steadily and you don't have to reconnect the Lightning cable for a reliable connection. Also test Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.

Used iPhones on yaknoviy.ua, the same iPhone 11, passed all stages of pre-sale inspection.

Memory size

The larger the capacity of the internal drive, the more music, images and other files you can store. Of course, you can always buy more iCloud storage, but if the idea of paid storage doesn't appeal to you, go for an iPhone 11 or later with plenty of storage.

Carrier blocking status

Make sure your Apple phone is not locked by your carrier. If so, the device may not work. Unlocking your phone may void your warranty or cause problems with software updates.

To check if your iPhone is locked, go to Settings > "Basic" > "About the program". If the device is not locked, the Carrier lock field will say No SIM restrictions. All yaknoviy.ua iPhones are tested for SIM card restrictions.

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