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How can I know if my iPhone 12 Pro Max is new or refurbished?

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I bought a new iPhone 12 pro max and i see that the mobile number is different with the first litter compare with my other iPhones all starts by litter M and the new phone mobile number 3H444RU/A what is mean ?


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iPhone 12 Pro Max, iOS 15

Posted on Jun 8, 2022 6:19 PM

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Posted on Jun 10, 2022 5:24 PM

A model number beginning with 3 means it is refurbished, but not by Apple; it was refurbished by an approved 3rd party business. the H identifies the company that refurbished it, but the interpretation is a secret known only to Apple and the refurbisher.

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How can I know if my iPhone 12 Pro Max is new or refurbished?

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