How to know if iPhone is refurbished or not? - Apple Support …
Oct 7, 2021 · Open the “Settings” app on the iPhone. Go to “General” and then go to “About”. Look for “Model” and then read the model identifier next to that text, it will look something like “MN572LL/A”, the first character will let you know if the device is new, refurbished, replacement, or personalized:
What does M, N, F, or P mean in iPhone mo… - Apple Community
Oct 6, 2020 · F – Refurbished device, meaning the device has been through refurbishing process. N – Replacement device, meaning the originally bought device was replaced by this model likely due to a service request. P – Personalized device with engraving, meaning the device was customized with an engraving on purchase.
how do I activate a refurbished iphone - Apple Community
Dec 4, 2021 · Axel Foley. Level 10. 149,220 points. Dec 4, 2021 10:35 AM in response to kae1951. The activation and setup process is the same for the refurbished iPhone as it is for a new iPhone. Begin the setup process and you will then be led into the Activation process.
Can I update a refurbished iPhone to iOS 18? - Apple Support …
Sep 17, 2024 · Yes, if the iPhone is still a new enough model to get IOS 18 then it I would assume it would be totally fine. I have known several people who bought refurbished IPhones and updated them to the latest IOS update. If you don’t already have any warnings about something not working displayed in your settings then you should be good 👍. View in ...
Are iPhone replacement units new or refurbished? - Apple …
Jun 21, 2019 · Replacement devices are 'service units'. They may be new (not in retail packaging), or they may be remanufactured. There is no way for you or anyone at your local Apple Store to tell the difference. They do not use repaired failed quality control devices. (2)
Refurbished iPhone - Apple Community
Level 7. 23,961 points. Oct 13, 2024 10:51 AM in response to Bob Timmons. Bob is 100% correct. Apple refurbished devices are entirely white box and just a single label, depending on the device. Apple is very consistent on it’s packaging even across it’s worldwide distribution channels. Bob Timmons. Community+ 2024.
How to remove the unknown display message… - Apple Community
Dec 9, 2023 · Camera and service history. With iPhone 12 models and later using iOS 15.2 and later you can go to Settings > General > About to see the parts and service history of your iPhone and you can see if the camera has been replaced. If the repair was done using genuine Apple parts and processes, you will see "Genuine Apple Part" next to the Camera.
Refurbished Iphone 14 and 15 availability… - Apple Community
Mar 13, 2024 · This is a user to user only forum, which no one from Apple is here. We have no clue about when or if Apple sells what models of iPhone on the Refurbished Store. Inventory changes all the time, so you'll need to keep checking if they don't currently have a model you want. User profile for user: Bob Timmons. Bob Timmons. Community+ 2024. Level 10.
How to remove "Unknown Part" message on iPhone? - Apple …
Feb 3, 2022 · The message will eventually go away, but you can't stop the message. Understand the speed part, but when you let a 3rd party replace parts on your iPhone, they don't have access to authentic parts and Apple can and often will refuse to provide support to a device which has non-authentic parts installed and certain features, such as FaceID and True Tone often no …
How to trade in old iphone for refurbishe… - Apple Community
Sep 18, 2021 5:15 PM in response to aaaa41. You are correct, there is no option to trade-in an iPhone if you are purchasing from an Apple Certified Refurbished iPhone. The Trade-in program works only towards purchasing a new device. Now, if you are trading in your old iPhone for a new iPhone then you would backup your old iPhone on iCloud and ...