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Mezoxin

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Sep 16, 2022
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My iphone 12 pro model is A2048 and number is 5GLL3ZA/A this is unusual because according to the iphone wiki

“The first letter in the model number represents the source of the device. Currently, there are four known possible choices:
"F": refurbished unit
"M": retail unit
"N": replacement unit
"P": personalized (engraved) unit”

So it should start with letter from the previous list and not a number like my phone does

Does someone know an explanation for my unusual model number
 

Mezoxin

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Sep 16, 2022
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Added screenshot of my model number
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M5RahuL

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Aug 1, 2009
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My 13PM is also an 'A' ( MLKL3LL/A ) and original / retail unit, never replaced.

Never really paid any attention to it..
 

Mezoxin

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Sep 16, 2022
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Yeah both your devices are original retail , by further reading in that guide you can even identify the region too
I am really curious about my device , what does 5 mean?
 

Mezoxin

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Sep 16, 2022
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I can confirm now that model numbers starting with 3 or 5 are demo units that were intended to be used at stores
Apparently apple do sell them but in bulk , and they are sold without warranty branded As Is devices
 
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