iPhone XS Max How can I check if my iPhone is an authentic apple replacement?

[Worrriedappleuser1]

Hi guys,
I just bought this iPhone Xs Max from swappa and the seller says its an fresh iPhone replacement from apple after a warranty claim. The phone came with the plastic and seems new. Its working fine. Box it’s used of course.

But Something that worry me is that the model of the phone start with M(New) instead of N(Replament uni). Im starting to worry if the seller repaired this phone by himself or something. Does apple gives M models as replacement units?

 

[dslrjunky]

check serial number on apple website

 

[Worrriedappleuser1]

Apple page doesn’t tell me if the phone is a replacement.

 

[TheSkywalker77]

Apple page doesn’t tell me if the phone is a replacement.

Well, if the serial number checks out (which is appears to since it said nothing about it being a replacement). I'd say next, take it to an Apple Store, explain to them you bought the phone second-hand, (I don't think they'll have a problem with that) and see if they can run it through their system to check if it's new or a replacement.

 

[Worrriedappleuser1]

I’ll try to reach them thanks.

 

[Frankras]

I’ll try to reach them thanks.

Good idea to contact them. Meanwhile I find this article earlier about N & M.

If the article is right, then the iPhone you got is not a replacement from Apple.

How To Know If Your iPhone Is A Retail Or Refurbished Unit

When buying a second hand iPhone unit it's important to know whether the device is a retail or refurbished unit. Here are the telltale signs that you need to follow.

www.iphonetricks.org

Frank