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On iPhone 15 and later (running iOS 18+), this indicates a genuine Apple battery that was harvested from another device. Using the Apple Check Coverage Tool apple battery serial number check
For iPhone and iPad:
If the battery has never been replaced, this menu might show the original serial number, or it might be hidden. Older iOS versions don’t show the number at all. As John went to the Apple website, he
As John went to the Apple website, he noticed that the serial number didn't match the one on the website. He immediately informed Alex, who seemed taken aback. Alex explained that some counterfeiters had been selling fake iPhones with stolen or fabricated serial numbers. Depending on your device, the method for finding
Depending on your device, the method for finding the battery's specific serial number varies. Hold the Option key and click the Apple menu () . Select System Information . In the sidebar, click Power under the "Hardware" section.