What You Need to Know Before Buying a MacBook (or any Apple Product) From an Unauthorized Vendor

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  • @zannatchowdhury851
    @zannatchowdhury851 3 роки тому +17

    This video was very insightful, as I'm going for MacBook shopping later today ❤️

    • @GavriloMilic
      @GavriloMilic 3 роки тому +2

      Same here! Just bought the 2020 mbp i7 for a steal!

  • @anikgtx
    @anikgtx 3 роки тому +10

    Concise, Short, Useful to the point video, Great production.

  • @setarem.m9089
    @setarem.m9089 2 місяці тому +1

    Thank you. I got one yesterday and I wasn't sure if it was used before.I checked with your instructions. It wasn't! Yay! Thanks for the video.

    • @malcomtawandalintonmusuma9617
      @malcomtawandalintonmusuma9617 Місяць тому

      Really? You used a different device to check the serial number?

    • @yousure374
      @yousure374 Місяць тому

      Tell me the process

    • @yousure374
      @yousure374 Місяць тому

      ​@@malcomtawandalintonmusuma9617tell me the process

    • @malcomtawandalintonmusuma9617
      @malcomtawandalintonmusuma9617 Місяць тому +1

      @@setarem.m9089 got mine last week and it wasnt as well. Yay for us😄

    • @DeepakYadav-761
      @DeepakYadav-761 Місяць тому

      ​@@malcomtawandalintonmusuma9617i too ordered today will get day after tomorrow too excited 😅

  • @injamamulhossain8486
    @injamamulhossain8486 3 роки тому +3

    You found the purchase date 1 day behind due to USA time logs maybe. Nothing to worry about, loved the video. Thanks man.

    • @mueez.mp4
      @mueez.mp4  3 роки тому

      I was thinking the same initially, but this MacBook was imported from Malaysia and came with a non US charger as well

  • @Eshigyadi
    @Eshigyadi Рік тому

    Initially I thought I got a fake one from flipkart. But then I realized that I was typing "O" instead of "0". 😂😅
    Thanks fr sharing this video.

    • @amal.8x_
      @amal.8x_ Рік тому

      My product don’t show the warranty date why I get product in today

  • @AlexT-bn9qb
    @AlexT-bn9qb 2 роки тому +3

    Great video. One question . Website shows “purchase date can’t be validated “ but macbook “about mac” showing 2 months left warranty. But when I click on coverage button it again complains about purchase date. Do you think MacBook is showing warranty with respect to manufacture date while it is not able to validate purchase date? Please reply

    • @zenkyra7964
      @zenkyra7964 Рік тому +1

      Is same happen to me. And I called to the shop, they said is the date of manufacturing. And the apple support ask to send the receipt of purchase.
      It's kind of weird that the coverage date is actually started from the date of manufacturing.

  • @sandeepmortal
    @sandeepmortal Рік тому

    Thank you. I am getting mine delivered in sometime now

  • @md.rafsunjani2672
    @md.rafsunjani2672 3 роки тому +2

    Sir, Thank you for giving valuable information.

  • @mstshabana1277
    @mstshabana1277 2 роки тому

    Your english is too good. How can I speak like you?

  • @miramaaa5795
    @miramaaa5795 3 роки тому

    Helpful video.
    But bro bangladesh e theke oi cardboard er box 📦 kon shop theke pailen?

    • @mueez.mp4
      @mueez.mp4  3 роки тому

      I was a bit surprised myself too that someone didn't get rid of it before shipping to save on space. Nonetheless, I got mine from Digital Shop.

    • @miramaaa5795
      @miramaaa5795 3 роки тому

      @@mueez.mp4 Digital shop basundhara city?

    • @mueez.mp4
      @mueez.mp4  3 роки тому

      @@miramaaa5795 yes

    • @miramaaa5795
      @miramaaa5795 3 роки тому

      @@mueez.mp4 bro oi shop theke buy korle cardboard box 📦 soho dibe?

    • @mueez.mp4
      @mueez.mp4  3 роки тому +1

      @@miramaaa5795 that was the case for me. You may contact them for confirmation regarding this.

  • @Music_Canvas
    @Music_Canvas Місяць тому

    Very helpful video bro 👍👍

  • @_Kavindu_Kalhara_
    @_Kavindu_Kalhara_ Рік тому

    Thank you so much bro ♥️

  • @Iblis6969
    @Iblis6969 Місяць тому

    U best indian I ever heard

  • @itsamand4
    @itsamand4 3 роки тому +5

    I bought an Apple Pencil 2, checked the serial number before opening the box (completely sealed, with the plastic tab and everything), but once I activated it, it stills says purchase date not validated! Do you have any idea on how to "start" my warranty?

    • @mueez.mp4
      @mueez.mp4  3 роки тому +1

      I'm guessing because the Apple Pencil cannot connect to the internet per se to download firmware updates or anything of that sort, your purchase receipt is going to have to serve as the warranty.

    • @farhanaryan7666
      @farhanaryan7666 3 роки тому

      Just connect it with your apple id and it will be activated

    • @mueez.mp4
      @mueez.mp4  3 роки тому

      @@farhanaryan7666 it does not work. I tried the same with my Apple pencil gen 1

    • @YO-pf3pq
      @YO-pf3pq 3 роки тому +1

      @@mueez.mp4 how long does it take to get validated? i have been using my mac for last 10 days and it still says purchase date not validated.

    • @mueez.mp4
      @mueez.mp4  3 роки тому

      ​@@YO-pf3pq mine took about 2 days. Did you buy from Apple or some third party?

  • @kalyanpramanick138
    @kalyanpramanick138 Рік тому

    Telephone technical support: expired
    What is meant by that?

  • @kalyanpramanick138
    @kalyanpramanick138 Рік тому

    What is meant by "Telephone technical support is expired"??

  • @xhavitbasha6457
    @xhavitbasha6457 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you for this

  • @syedmusagilani
    @syedmusagilani 2 роки тому

    Great video bro! So I did something a but different as I wasn't aware that the warranty automatically gets activated once the device gets connected to the internet. When I received my Macbook sealed, before opening I checked the coverage on Apple's website and it said "purchase date not validated", so I manually inputted the current date and the warranty got validated. Would it have been the same if I had just powered on and connected to the internet?

    • @gracedaviesmila1155
      @gracedaviesmila1155 2 роки тому

      I tried doing this, It's didn't work for me

    • @anilchopra8080
      @anilchopra8080 Рік тому

      Plz tell how to manually add the warranty

    • @পাপ্পু
      @পাপ্পু Рік тому

      ​@@anilchopra80801:19 নিচে দেওয়া আছে নীল কালিতে- "Update Purchase Date"

    • @itzUltron18
      @itzUltron18 Місяць тому

      Hey bro hows your mac now?? I did the same like you?? Did it create any problem

  • @YehoshuaMusic
    @YehoshuaMusic 2 роки тому

    Hello,
    I ordered macbook air M1 from Apple India Store (21st January) and I got my MBA today (31st January).
    It was mentioned in the mail that it will arrive today.
    But my question is with the invoice and the warranty expiration date!
    In the Apple invoice, it mentions a delivery date of 24th January, and in the coverage page, the estimated expiration date is 24th January next year!
    You got any idea, that though I got it delivered today, why do the delivery date on apple invoice and expiration date on the coverage page both show 24th January?

  • @diyashahani09
    @diyashahani09 2 роки тому

    Hello i checked the coverage support before buying the ipad, but it said device is not registered.
    So i didn't buy it.
    Is that ipad fake?? Becs it said device not registered

  • @abdallahabdelsalam6080
    @abdallahabdelsalam6080 3 роки тому +1

    very helpful!

  • @tech4life884
    @tech4life884 2 роки тому +2

    Warranties are 1 day less than 1 year because they count the day you order it. 1 year is 365 days. If you count from January 22nd 2021 to January 21st 2022, you'll get 365 days. Apple isn't cheating you. Lol

  • @kevaljagani9333
    @kevaljagani9333 2 роки тому +5

    I received the MacBook air m1 today. Before opening the box and removing the plastic wrapper, I checked the serial number and I can not find that device. So why is that so? shoul I open the laptop and create an account and then it will show up or I shouldn't un wrapp it and directly return it? I am really confused please help.

    • @ADERALY
      @ADERALY 25 днів тому

      i’m at point of buy one like that too with the plastics i put the serial number and the apple say it’s a macbook air but not say color and not say when buy

  • @goodreflectionsnow
    @goodreflectionsnow 2 роки тому

    Hello. Does it also apply for Apple Watch?

  • @KanekiTanjiro-lp4ce
    @KanekiTanjiro-lp4ce Рік тому

    Its ben 3 weeks still i do not have a valid purchase date

  • @rohans3447
    @rohans3447 Рік тому

    I am buying a used laptop when I enter a serial number it says "Purchase Date not Validated" even though its a 1 year used laptop.

  • @АлександрРощина

    What if I buy used macbook, and serial number on the box is different from the one indicated in system of macbook. How bad is that? What does it mean? It's stolen or what..

  • @e.esmenda
    @e.esmenda 3 роки тому +1

    I just bought a MacBook Pro m1 silver 7 hrs ago and open it immediately. As I check my serial number on the apple website right now it says "PURCHASE DATE NOT VALIDATED". Why does it still says that even tho I have activated and using my MacBook Pro right now.

    • @mueez.mp4
      @mueez.mp4  3 роки тому

      It takes a while for the website to update. I’m not sure exactly how long it takes, but within 48 hours you should see the status change.

    • @e.esmenda
      @e.esmenda 3 роки тому

      @@mueez.mp4 it is now validated after 20 hrs since the 1st boot up. Thanks!

    • @syedmusagilani
      @syedmusagilani 2 роки тому

      @@e.esmenda Great, and is it a year from when you started using it?

  • @Azhi_Khoshnaw
    @Azhi_Khoshnaw 2 роки тому

    How to find the serial number before activating the mac?

  • @phoyangsajamatia924
    @phoyangsajamatia924 3 роки тому

    How did the purchase date got validated?
    I had used the link but it still says "purchase date not validated"!
    Hoping for a reply!

    • @mueez.mp4
      @mueez.mp4  3 роки тому +2

      I didn't have to do anything. I checked the serial number after a few days of usage and it showed purchase date validated.

    • @GiveMeYourNose.
      @GiveMeYourNose. 3 роки тому

      @@mueez.mp4 my came factory sealed brand new: purches date validated. Bought from apple online store. So what it could mean?

  • @anzilcutzz3148
    @anzilcutzz3148 3 роки тому +1

    Helpful ❤️

  • @CoffeeBrainzz
    @CoffeeBrainzz 3 роки тому +1

    My Laptop showed Valid Purchase date, but I have yet to open the laptop at all, it’s still in the box with the seal....does this mean it was previously used??? It’s supposed to be brand new

    • @mueez.mp4
      @mueez.mp4  3 роки тому +1

      Someone definitely activated the product before you. What is the difference in days between your actual purchase date and the one on Apple's website? I suggest contacting your retailer. I don't want to come to any conclusion, but seals can be forged.

    • @CoffeeBrainzz
      @CoffeeBrainzz 3 роки тому

      My purchase date was April 5th and I received the laptop on April 13th. And I bought it through the apple website. The for your help :))))

    • @youaredeadwrong2767
      @youaredeadwrong2767 3 роки тому

      @@CoffeeBrainzz who did you contact for this problem mate?

    • @youaredeadwrong2767
      @youaredeadwrong2767 3 роки тому

      @@mueez.mp4 I have the exact same problem. I got my mac today on july 3 and the website shows a valid purchase date. The expiration date for warranty is july 1 2022. What should I do please help

    • @mueez.mp4
      @mueez.mp4  3 роки тому

      @@youaredeadwrong2767 did you buy from an authorized vendor?

  • @ReR7474
    @ReR7474 2 роки тому

    Hey quick question. The site im looking at the sellers list the model number? ( the 4 letters and 5plus numbers), but they aren’t posting the SN. How do I check the model number?

  • @afrasyabkhan5060
    @afrasyabkhan5060 3 роки тому +1

    brother i bought my macbook air M1 yesterday but when i search its seriel number on apple coverage its show " purchase date not valiadate" .
    how i can the start the warrenty?

    • @mueez.mp4
      @mueez.mp4  3 роки тому +2

      The warranty should start automatically within ~48 hours of activation. If it does not, you can contact Apple Support.

  • @recoveryfiles8098
    @recoveryfiles8098 Рік тому

    How many characters in the s/n?

  • @smmarufulhaque1509
    @smmarufulhaque1509 3 роки тому

    Hey bro, are you from Bangladesh? Where did you buy it?

    • @mueez.mp4
      @mueez.mp4  3 роки тому

      Yes and from Digital Shop

  • @ManiSuReal
    @ManiSuReal 2 роки тому

    Hey, mine says the same message as 'Purchase Date not Validated' but I havent received my MAC yet. Does this mean once I switch on the MAC and connect to internet, it will automatically update this message to have one year warranty? Can you please confirm? Thanks

    • @abmalik_9770
      @abmalik_9770 4 місяці тому

      did this happen?

    • @ManiSuReal
      @ManiSuReal 4 місяці тому

      @abmalik_9770 yes it did! So you'll be fine. Just follow the steps I took.

  • @zakaryayousef
    @zakaryayousef 2 роки тому +1

    If the serial number starts with F letter does it mean that it's refurbished??? Hoping for answer

    • @muchinoo-40
      @muchinoo-40 Рік тому

      I dont know frl my mac serial number also start with f...but my battery cycle is one soo thats mean the battery is new

    • @RCEE123
      @RCEE123 Рік тому

      I think so

  • @some1somewhere555
    @some1somewhere555 2 роки тому +1

    I've started using my Macbook 2 days ago, still it shows 'purchase date not validated'. How can I know if my Apple International warranty has been activated or not? What should I do now?

    • @rasheem8544
      @rasheem8544 2 роки тому +1

      We have the same problem! I bought a mac today but it says unable to find information at this time.

    • @abdulhaseeb2377
      @abdulhaseeb2377 10 місяців тому

      ​@@rasheem8544koi solution nikla bhai?

    • @itzUltron18
      @itzUltron18 Місяць тому

      @@abdulhaseeb2377koi solution
      Mila

  • @theofanisbirmpilis7364
    @theofanisbirmpilis7364 2 роки тому

    hello,i bought a new macbook yesterday and i opened the logs. i saw that monterey 12.3 was installed a week before i got the macbook, is this ok?

  • @shifatasr5761
    @shifatasr5761 Рік тому

    Vaia kon shop theke nisen apni?

  • @cyberorbit
    @cyberorbit 3 роки тому

    how to tell if its new or refubrished?

  • @tjyt1498
    @tjyt1498 3 роки тому +1

    My purchase date was updated after about a day and the warranty expiration indicated is for 2022 but 2 weeks prior to my activation date. Also, i have noticed that the telephone technical support is expired. I had bought the macbook sealed from an online vendor. Could it be used, refurbished?

    • @mueez.mp4
      @mueez.mp4  3 роки тому

      Can you confirm that you checked the same serial number before activation and it said "Purchase Date not Validated"?

    • @tjyt1498
      @tjyt1498 3 роки тому

      @@mueez.mp4 Yes. It was a glitch with the vendor. Called apple support and provided the invoice and hence was able to get it rectified. Thanks bro

  • @Mr.Singhhh
    @Mr.Singhhh 2 роки тому

    I can’t update purchase date. What should i do?

  • @AliHamza-on8lc
    @AliHamza-on8lc 2 роки тому

    There is a vendor who is claiming that he purchases from a shop who activate the macbook at the time of purchase by scanning its serial number, but macbook stays sealed pack. Now that vendor is selling me that macbook by saying that macbook is sealed pack, only its warranty has started. Please help me in this regard. Is it logically true? Reply please

    • @mueez.mp4
      @mueez.mp4  2 роки тому

      Sounds like a red flag to me. If I were you, I would go for a different vendor.

  • @abidalamin9829
    @abidalamin9829 3 роки тому

    does custom MacBook pro pre-activated ? One of a Reseller told me that custom mac pros are pre-activated.

    • @mueez.mp4
      @mueez.mp4  3 роки тому

      It's best that you check on your own

  • @bullsh1t288
    @bullsh1t288 3 роки тому

    Im using my iphone 8 now but still it's showing" Purchase not validate" what should i do? Pls help me

    • @Is__hak-93
      @Is__hak-93 2 роки тому

      Facing Same problem in my 12 mini….🤕

  • @haimai8841
    @haimai8841 2 роки тому

    I have a very weird problem and hope to know someone can give me the explanation. I bought Airpods 3rd, the first thing I do is to check the serial even before unboxing. But checkcoverage said that can not find this serial number and I did not see any information about that Airpods, so i unboxed it and 20 minutes later i checked the serial number again and saw the icon of Airpods 3rd on checkcoverage, but the purchase date have not been validated? So i wonder if it is a fake Airpods?

    • @kevaljagani9333
      @kevaljagani9333 2 роки тому

      I have the same issue can you help?
      I received the MacBook air m1 today. Before opening the box and removing the plastic wrapper, I checked the serial number and I can not find that device. So why is that so? shoul I open the laptop and create an account and then it will show up or I shouldn't un wrapp it and directly return it? I am really confused please help.

    • @juniorquintero1702
      @juniorquintero1702 2 роки тому +1

      @@kevaljagani9333 if apple can't recognize it on apple website serial check than its not an official apple software product probably a fake ..... it should first if brand new as "purchase date my validated"

  • @khalifa147258
    @khalifa147258 2 роки тому

    when does it change to valid purchase date?

    • @xEstrangHero
      @xEstrangHero Рік тому

      When you setup your new device and connected to internet. Should check if the warranty is 1 year.

    • @itzUltron18
      @itzUltron18 Місяць тому

      @@xEstrangHerohey i got new mac air 1 and after checking coverage its showed validate data and then they asked date month year and i put it and then they showed warranty which i had typed dd/mm/yyyy what does thus means?

  • @aniketrawate1075
    @aniketrawate1075 2 роки тому

    It was really really really so usefull

  • @muditdwivedi16
    @muditdwivedi16 2 роки тому

    Does it safe to leak your serial number mine was leaked

  • @gracedaviesmila1155
    @gracedaviesmila1155 2 роки тому

    My mac book Pro is still inactive

  • @allenwow9284
    @allenwow9284 2 роки тому

    I have a Working solution to find purchase date if you don't have the receipt to send to Apple.

  • @techyguy8789
    @techyguy8789 Рік тому

    m2 base version is worst, It lags. I wasted my 1 lac purchasing that

  • @lincoln460
    @lincoln460 3 роки тому

    My MacBook serial number under the laptop is not the same as the one displayed, the one under the laptop is correct when I check on the website but the one on the display is not valid, is this fake or original

    • @mueez.mp4
      @mueez.mp4  3 роки тому

      Can you elaborate on what you mean by serial number under the laptop? The serial number obtained at 2:32 is the most important and must return a valid result at checkcoverage.apple.com/

  • @dranrebbt1375
    @dranrebbt1375 3 роки тому

    i just got my macbook from giveaway and the purchase date still unable and not activated despite of using it for the past two months. I received it brandnew with sealed and etc, I asked apple support but they want me to send "proof of purchase" but I do not have because I just got it from giveaway. How can I activate this with this situation?

    • @mueez.mp4
      @mueez.mp4  3 роки тому

      Unfortunately, I'm not sure what can be done here, other than convincing Apple support of your situation.

  • @abhiruppanja2826
    @abhiruppanja2826 3 роки тому

    Sir i have base varinat 8 gb ram /256 gb storage
    so in base variant , system updates karna sahi rahega ?
    actually i recently got an update around 2.93gb so plz guide me what i will do

    • @mueez.mp4
      @mueez.mp4  3 роки тому

      Unless you spot something problematic about the latest update (which I have not) on the internet, keeping the system updated to the latest version is usually a wise decision as these updates usually contain various security fixes.

  • @tisapakwan8012
    @tisapakwan8012 3 роки тому

    Hey how can we know the color of our MacBook?

    • @mueez.mp4
      @mueez.mp4  3 роки тому

      you can't from the serial number

  • @tridipbarua1871
    @tridipbarua1871 3 роки тому

    thank you

  • @rjsabir6316
    @rjsabir6316 3 роки тому

    How to changing not valid perches date to valid perches date?

    • @mueez.mp4
      @mueez.mp4  3 роки тому

      Once you sign into your Apple account from your newly purchased MacBook/Apple product, it should automatically happen. Though it takes some time for the change to take place.

    • @bux756
      @bux756 3 роки тому

      @@mueez.mp4 what about AirPods pro ?

    • @mueez.mp4
      @mueez.mp4  3 роки тому

      @@bux756 once you connect your AirPods, you can find the serial number in Settings -> General -> About. Then, you can verify it on Apple's website.

    • @bux756
      @bux756 3 роки тому

      @@mueez.mp4 it’s say my purchase date not valid..”please update your purchase date” 🧐🤨

    • @mueez.mp4
      @mueez.mp4  3 роки тому +1

      @@bux756 it takes a while for the website info to update. I'm sure by know it has changed?

  • @denize3389
    @denize3389 3 роки тому

    Why is my hardware coverage 3 months less than the warranty period on the service tab

    • @mueez.mp4
      @mueez.mp4  3 роки тому

      I'm not sure what you mean by this. Can you use the exact terms seen on the warranty page?

  • @MrNinja-hc8ib
    @MrNinja-hc8ib 3 роки тому

    What is the most reliable institution to buy Mac in Bangladesh?

    • @mueez.mp4
      @mueez.mp4  3 роки тому

      If you're buying official, there are only three options - Executive Machines, iCenter and Alohaishoppe. However, they'll charge you a pretty penny for the official warranty. In my opinion, the extra money is not worth it, assuming you can properly evaluate the product before buying from an unauthorized vendor.

    • @MrNinja-hc8ib
      @MrNinja-hc8ib 3 роки тому

      @@mueez.mp4 is there any problem in warranty if i buy from unauthorized seller. Is there any risk of duplicate or copy or used product?

    • @MrNinja-hc8ib
      @MrNinja-hc8ib 3 роки тому

      @@mueez.mp4 and which unauthorized seller will be the best? From where you purchased your MacBook?

    • @mueez.mp4
      @mueez.mp4  3 роки тому

      @@MrNinja-hc8ib there are lots of retailers selling inactive products. You just have to do your own assessment before buying. I got mine from Digital Shop.

  • @tasibulshanto7948
    @tasibulshanto7948 3 роки тому +1

    Are you a Bangladeshi?

  • @jermpoz2971
    @jermpoz2971 2 роки тому

    HOW DO IKNOW IF STOLEN ?

  • @oficialcapitao
    @oficialcapitao 8 місяців тому

    Mesmo que isso apareça, o modelo do dispositivo aparece?

  • @ralphkaizerleonescabatic5258
    @ralphkaizerleonescabatic5258 3 роки тому

    Thank u

  • @sayeedfahimPersonal
    @sayeedfahimPersonal 3 роки тому

    vai, know anything about surge tech ? what in warranty should i look for in bd? how to know if republished?

    • @mueez.mp4
      @mueez.mp4  3 роки тому

      If you buy from BD unofficially, you likely won't be able to avail the warranty. There are some unofficial retailers like CustomMac BD who claim to give warranties, but they will make you jump through a lot of hoops for that. Your best bet would be to use the serial number to check if the product is new or not.

  • @ralphkaizerleonescabatic5258
    @ralphkaizerleonescabatic5258 3 роки тому +1

    Hahaha i though my phone is fake

  • @nayeemkhan1345
    @nayeemkhan1345 3 роки тому

    Bro is it safe to buy mac from unauthorized shop though serial number matches ? I mean warranty issue

    • @mueez.mp4
      @mueez.mp4  3 роки тому

      The serial number is only there to help you identify whether the product is new or not. For the vast majority of unauthorized shops, you will not be able to claim warranty here in BD. However, if you were to take the device to a compatible Apple Store abroad, then you would be able to, assuming you're still under the warranty period.

  • @ahmedgolamdosthogirshan5280
    @ahmedgolamdosthogirshan5280 2 роки тому

    man tumi to bangladeshi

  • @পাপ্পু
    @পাপ্পু Рік тому

    বাংলা ভাষা রাষ্ট্রেও নাই, মধ্যবিত্ত বাঙালীর অন্তরেও নাই