How to Check the Authenticity of Your AirPods With the Serial Number

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Are you wondering if your AirPods are real? If you have the original packaging, you can easily check if your AirPods are authentic by looking up the serial number. In this blog post, we’ll walk through how to find the serial number on your AirPods and then how to use that number to determine wheter or not your AirPods are real.

First, let’s find the serial number of your AirPods. If you have the original packaging for your AirPods, you can locate the serial number next to the barcode. You can also find it on the original product receipt or invoice. If your device is usig a software version earlier than iOS 14 or iPadOS 14, you can also find it by going to Settings > General > About.

If you own an AirPod Pro or an earlier model of AirPod such as an AirPod 1st generation or 2nd generation, you can find the serial number located on the underside of the lid of your Charging Case, Wireless Charging Case, MagSafe Charging Case, Lightning Charging Case for AirPods 3rd generation or MagSafe Charging Case for Airpods Pro 2nd generation respectively.

Now that we have our serial number in hand we can use Apple’s “Check Coverage” feature to see if our AirPods are authentic. Simply go to Apple’s website and enter in your device’s serial number in their “Check Coverage” page and click “continue.” If it returns information about when and where your device was purchased then it means that Apple recognizes that device as genuine and thereore it is real!

We hope this post has been helpful in helping you determine wheher or not your specific pair of AirPods is real! Serial Number: [Insert Serial Number Here].

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Verifying the Authenticity of AirPods

To check if your AirPods are original, you will need to check the serial number. The serial number can typically be found on the original packaging next to the barcode, on the original product receipt or invoice, or in the Settings app of iOS devices running versions earlier than iOS 14 or iPadOS 14. Additionally, you can compare your AirPods with the official images of Apple AirPods from Apple’s website to ensure that they match. If your AirPods have any signs of wear and tear, such as scratches, dents, or peeling paint, this may also indiate that they are not authentic.

Locating the AirPods Serial Number

The serial number for your AirPods can be found on the underside of the lid of its Charging Case. Depending on which type of AirPods you have, this may be a Wireless Charging Case, MagSafe Charging Case, Lightning Charging Case (for AirPods 3rd generation), or MagSafe Charging Case (for AirPods Pro 2nd generation). The serial number is typically located in two places: near the barcode and at the bottom of the text.

Verifying the Authenticity of an Apple Product

To determine if your Apple product is original, the best way is to check the serial number. The serial number can usually be found on the underside of your device, on a label or engraving. You can then enter this number on the Apple website and verify that it matches their database. Additionally, you should double check that the device’s model, color, capacity, and expected expiration of warranty all match what is declared in the box. If any of these do not match up, it could be an indication that the device is not original.

Can Fake Serial Numbers be Created for AirPods?

Yes, unfortunately serial numbers can be faked for AirPods. Some manufacturers of fake AirPods have been taking serial numbers from real AirPods and using them in batches of fakes. This means that just checking the serial number is not a foolproof method to identify fake AirPods anymore. To ensure you’re getting a genuine product, it’s best to buy directly from an authorized Apple reseller.

Verifying the Authenticity of AirPods Pro

To determine if your AirPods Pro is real, start by locating the serial number on the device. This can be done by going to Settings > General > About and tapping on your AirPods when they are connected to your iOS device. Once you have the serial number, go to Apple’s website and enter it into the Serial Number Checker. If the site is able to pull up the serial number, then your AirPods are most likely authentic. Additionally, you can also check for othr signs of authenticity such as the weight, sound quality, build quality, and features. Authentic AirPods Pro will be heavier than fake ones and will have a high-quality sound with no static noise or lag in connectivity. The build quality should also be excellent with sharp edges and no visible defects in the material or construction of the device. Lastly, all authentic AirPods Pro will come with an H1 chip that provides access to features such as hands-free “Hey Siri” commands or real-time noise cancellation capabilities.

Conclusion

In conclusion, AirPods are a great choice for anyone loking for the convenience and quality of Apple products. They offer great sound quality, easy setup, and long-lasting battery life. With features such as Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency Mode, AirPods provide an immersive listening experience. Additionally, the serial number can be found on the underside of the lid of the charging case or in Settings > General > About if your device is running a software version earlier than iOS 14 or iPadOS 14.

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Sanjeev Singh

Sanjeev is the tech editor at DeviceMAG. He has a keen interest in all things technology, and loves to write about the latest developments in the industry. He has a passion for quality-focused journalism and believes in using technology to make people's lives better. He has worked in the tech industry for over 15 years, and has written for some of the biggest tech blogs in the world. Sanjeev is also an avid photographer and loves spending time with his family.