Buying or checking an iPhone? Start here.
Short, practical guides for verifying an Apple device — what to look for, how to check it, and the red flags that should make you walk away.
GUIDE · IDENTIFIERS
How to find your iPhone's IMEI and serial number (5 ways)
Five reliable ways to find an iPhone's IMEI and serial number — including when the phone is locked or you only have the box.
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GUIDE · BEFORE YOU BUYHow to check an iPhone for iCloud / Activation Lock before buying
Activation Lock can make a used iPhone unusable. Here's how to check for it properly before you hand over any money.
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GUIDE · BEFORE YOU BUYHow to check if an iPhone's IMEI is blacklisted or clean
A blacklisted IMEI can stop a phone from working on cellular networks. Here's what blacklisting means and how to check before buying.
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