Do you know how to check the origin of your iPhone , iPad , Macbook or Airpods from where, manufactured and distributed in which country? If not, you can refer to the instructions in the following article of KFS Service and follow it.
What is the serial number?
Serial number is known as a sequence of characters, including letters and numbers that are extremely important. For each device iPhone , iPad , Macbook or Airpods , Apple will be equipped with a separate Serial code. Usually, this code is used to look up product information such as: origin, whether the product is guaranteed to be genuine or the warranty period for the machine, etc.
* Why is it necessary to check the Serial number on iPhone , iPad , Macbook , Airpods ?
Checking the serial number is the simplest way for users to determine whether their electronic device is real or fake. At the same time, the Serial number also helps users see the warranty status of the device.
How to check origin by Serial number on iPhone, iPad
Serial number on iPhone , iPad is considered a passport of the device. Users will be able to know the exact origin of their iPhone, iPad through 2 factors that are the first and last 2 characters of the code name.
Distinguish the machine code of iPhone, iPad
First, you need to pay attention to the naming of each type of Apple iPhone and iPad code. Normally, the iPhone number will usually be written in the form XXxxxYY/A. In which, X is the first character and YY is the last 2 characters that you need to care about. Specifically, the first character code will be specified as follows:
– MxxxYY/A: In which, M is new commercial goods
– NxxxYY/A: In which, N is the warranty return goods
– FxxxYY/A: In which, F is the Refurbished item, also known as CPO (refurbished product by Apple)
– 3xxxYY/A: In which, number (3) is the product produced for display at the store (demo version)
Next, you will need to look at the last 2 characters. This is the character that specifies the iPhone code for each different country. For Vietnam, genuine Apple distribution will have the last 2 characters YY=VN. In other markets, the character code will be specified according to the following table:
Next, you will need to look at the last 2 characters. This is the character that specifies the iPhone code for each different country. For Vietnam, genuine Apple distribution will have the last 2 characters YY=VN. In other markets, the character code will be specified according to the following table:
- LL/A: USA
- ZA/A: Hong Kong
- ZP/A: Singapore
- VN/A : Vietnam
- TH/A: Thailand
- EU/A: Europe
- F/A: France
- XA/A: Australia
- TA/A: Taiwan
- C/A: Canada
- Your father
- T/A: Italy
- J/A: Japan
- KH/A: Korea
- CH/A: China
* Note: For iPad, the ZA/A character code will be Vietnam, and the ZP/A character code will be HongKong and Singapore.
Steps to check machine code on iPhone, iPad
To check your iPhone or iPad’s code, follow these steps:
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Step 1: Open the “settings” section and then select “general settings” and select the “about” section
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Step 2: Look at the “Model Number” line and see the number displayed on your device to check the origin of your iPhone.
* Example: As shown above, your phone number will be MQAK2LL/A, then according to the code table on your device is a genuine iPhone product , originating from the US.
How to check origin by Serial on Macbook computer
Each MacBook manufactured by Apple will be given a unique Serial number. This number sequence will include 11 characters, it contains important information about the device such as place of manufacture, production time, name and type of machine …. From there, you can rely on the MacBook’s Serial number to check if the product is genuine Apple.
Distinguish the Serial Number of Macbook
Serial number on Macbook will usually be written in alphanumeric form with 11 characters as PPYWWSSSCCC. In it, the information of the characters will be specified as follows:
– PP: These first 2 characters are Apple’s symbol for the place of manufacture of the Macbook.
- LL/A: USA
- ZA/A: Hong Kong
- ZP/A: Singapore
- SA/A: Vietnam
- TH/A: Thailand
- EU/A: Europe
- F/A: France
- XA/A: Australia
- TA/A: Taiwan
- C/A: Canada
- Your father
- T/A: Italy
- J/A: Japan
- KH/A: Korea
- CH/A: China
– Y: The character used to denote the year of the release of the version, specifically from 2010 to 2019, corresponding to the numbers 0-9.
– WW: The character used to denote the production week number of the product.
– SSS: The character used to denote each model separately, not identical with any other Macbook in the same model line.
– CCC: These last 3 numbers will represent the model of the machine. With these 3 numbers you will determine which model your Macbook is.
Steps to check Serial number on Macbook
Like how to check Serial iPhone, iPad, how to check Serial Macbook is also simple as follows:
* Method 1: View with computer software
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Step 1: Click on the apple icon in the corner of the screen.
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Step 2: Click “About This Mac” in the window that appears.
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Step 3: Then, an information window will appear and you will see the Serial Number code in the last line near the end.
* Method 2: See the Serial number on the case
This is one of the simplest ways to check the Macbook serial number. In all MacBook cases, there will be Serial numbers embossed right in the information section. You just need to flip the bottom of the machine and see the Serial number line located at the end of the words Designed by Apple in….
How to check origin by Serial on AirPods
Each Airpods product has a different serial number. And the effect of these numbers plays an important role in viewing the product warranty period when there is a fault or the place of manufacture as well as bringing many other benefits.
Distinguish the Serial number on the Airpods headset
Serial numbers on Airpods will usually be written in alphanumeric form such as MRXJ2AM/A. In which, MRXJ2 is the device code, and the last 2 letters AM is the symbol for the place of production of Airpods.
- AM/A: America
- ZP/A: Hong Kong
- ZA/A: Singapore
- VN/A: Vietnam
- TH/A: Thailand
- EU/A: Europe
- F/A: France
- XA/A: Australia
- TA/A: Taiwan
- C/A: Canada
- Your father
- T/A: Italy
- J/A: Japan
- KH/A: Korea
- CH/A: China
Steps to check the Serial number on Airpods
* Method 1: Look on the case of Airpods
The Serial number on Airpods will normally be printed on the case or charging box of the headset. Users can check this number by looking at the bottom edge of the AirPods case. This code is usually printed in a matte gray color and is small in size to prevent information theft.
* Method 2: View on iPhone , iPad
This is a very simple method to find your Airpods serial number. Regardless of which Airpods you are using, you can find their serial numbers when connecting to your iPhone or iPad by following these 2 steps:
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Step 1: Go to the “Settings” section and click “Bluetooth”.
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Step 2: You find the item “My Devices” (My Devices) and select the Airpods that you need to find the Serial number. Then, click on the i icon in the right corner of the device. Then, you will find the Serial number in the “About” section.
With the information provided in the article, hopefully, it will bring useful knowledge to you so that you know how to check the origin of iPhone, iPad, Macbook, Airpods by Serial code. In addition, do not forget to follow the KFS Service page every day to update new information and tips about technology.
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