{"id":134890,"date":"2023-09-21T23:50:01","date_gmt":"2023-09-21T23:50:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/appleinsider.com\/articles\/23\/09\/21\/apple-uses-hidden-watermarks-on-iphone-15-boxes-to-verify-authenticity?utm_medium=rss"},"modified":"2023-09-21T23:50:01","modified_gmt":"2023-09-21T23:50:01","slug":"apple-uses-hidden-watermarks-on-iphone-15-boxes-to-verify-authenticity","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sickgaming.net\/blog\/2023\/09\/21\/apple-uses-hidden-watermarks-on-iphone-15-boxes-to-verify-authenticity\/","title":{"rendered":"Apple uses hidden watermarks on iPhone 15 boxes to verify authenticity"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Extra precautions have been taken for iPhone 15<\/a> boxes that give retail employees and buyers a new way to verify the device is real \u2014 but you’ll need a UV light.\n<\/p>\n

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Scammers attempt to sell fake iPhones<\/a> by using convincing replicated device packaging. Apple has added a new invisible watermarking system in an attempt to eliminate this practice.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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A leaker known as Majin Bu on X shared a video initially posted on Weibo by user @Pengnone<\/a>. The video shows someone shining a UV light on the iPhone 15 box to reveal watermarks and a QR code that helps verify device authenticity.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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There is some concern that scammers will be able to replicate this watermark. It seems the QR code may be what makes this system more secure since it likely contains a system-verifiable code that scammers won’t easily copy.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Customers buying from big retailers won’t need to worry about device authenticity. However, the resale market and smaller vendors have more opportunities for scams.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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The boxes of the new iPhone 15 are equipped with a security system that displays holograms under a UV light. This is a measure introduced by Apple to recognize real boxes and prevent people from being scammed pic.twitter.com\/oBhQoc5IDI<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Majin Bu (@MajinBuOfficial) September 21, 2023<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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When in doubt, check the device serial number and ensure it matches what’s on the box. Also, check the box for problems or manipulation that might signify a scam.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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The iPhone 15 lineup is available for pre-order and arrives in-store Friday, September 22. Many device configurations have already sold out<\/a>, so scammers will likely be active during the big release day.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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