Counterfeit or fake products cannot be utterly curbed in Nigeria, it’s alarming the rate at which fake phones and accessories flood the mobile markets. Today, I’ll share with you a very useful tip that’ll help you detect fake Infinix smartphones and batteries.
A lot of people have fallen victim to purchasing fake devices. Some months ago, a user shared his bitter experience of how he bought a fake Infinix Note 2 LTE in Onitsha all in the name of getting it cheaper. No one is perfect but following this helpful guide, there won’t be any case of buying fake Infinix devices. Here is how to know if your Infinix phone and battery are fake or original.
Requirements:
Before you begin, you need to get your IMEI and VC Number.
- For IMEI; dial *#06#
- For VC number; Check the battery or phone, It is usually written below the battery
Steps to check if your Infinix is Genuine or Fake:
- Go to the Infinix verification tool.
- Input your IMEI number for authentication.
- Click the submit button and wait for the result.
To enhance the steps for verifying the authenticity of your Infinix smart device, consider the following additions:
- Ensure IMEI Location: Find the IMEI number on your Infinix device. It’s usually located on the original packaging, beneath the battery (if removable), or by dialling *#06# on your phone’s keypad to display it on the screen.
- Verify the Site Link: Before entering your IMEI number, you have to double-check the URL of the Infinix Verification Tool provided above to ensure it’s the official website. Online scammers might create fake verification tools to collect IMEI numbers for malicious intents (you can check out our article on common phishing tactics).
- Check for Secure Connection: Make sure the website where you enter your IMEI number is secure. Look out for “https://” at the beginning of the URL and a padlock icon in the browser address bar to ensure your data is encrypted during transmission.
- Review Result Carefully: After receiving the verification result, review it thoroughly. Make sure the Infinix smart device is verified as genuine. If there are any discrepancies or suspicions, quickly contact Infinix customer support for further assistance.
- Alternate Verification Methods: If the online verification tool is unavailable or inconclusive, consider visiting the nearest Infinix store for help. They may provide alternative methods for verifying the authenticity of your device.
By incorporating these extra steps, you can additionally secure your efforts to confirm the authenticity of your Infinix device and reduce the risk of encountering counterfeit products.
That completes my article on how to know if your Infinix smartphone or battery is genuine or fake. Let me know if you have tried the following steps above, kindly share your result with us via the comment box below.
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