18/06/2025
Let’s talk about “replacement unit” — masama o pangit bang bumili ng iPhone na nagsisimula sa letter N ang model number?
Kung plano mong bumili ng 2nd hand iPhone, isa sa mga unang dapat mong tingnan ay ang model number. Napansin mo bang may mga iPhone na nagsisimula sa “N”?
❗ Model numbers starting with “N” mean the iPhone is a replacement unit — usually ibinibigay ng Apple o authorized service centers kapalit ng original unit na nasira, may factory defect, o under warranty.
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🔍 Halimbawa:
• NQ6E2LL/A → Replacement iPhone
• MQ6E2LL/A → Retail unit
• FQ6E2LL/A → Refurbished
• 3Q6E2LL/A → Personalized from Apple Store
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🤔 So… safe ba bumili ng “N” unit?
✅ YES, as long as:
• 📦 Galing ito sa Apple or certified provider
• 🔋 Good condition, maayos ang battery health
• 📱 Fully functional, walang iCloud lock
• 🛠️ Walang history ng heavy repair or open-line via third party
⚠️ Reminder:
• Hindi “brand new” ang “N” units, pero madalas ay mas bago pa ang physical condition kumpara sa 2nd hand retail units
• Wala itong retail box (madalas plain white box lang)
• Warranty may or may not be active — check via Apple website
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📝 Quick Additional Tip sa Pagbili:
1. ✔️ I-check ang Model Number sa Settings > General > About
2. 🔍 Search mo online kung legit ang model at serial
3. 📆 I-check ang Warranty sa Apple Check Coverage
4. 📱 Subukan mo muna – screen, buttons, camera, battery
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💬 Final Verdict:
Replacement units (letter N) are not bad — they’re often just as good as retail units, sometimes even better maintained. Pero tulad ng lahat ng 2nd hand purchases, maging maingat, mapanuri, at huwag basta-basta bibili.
Photo and Caption from Meek Meek
