3 ways to identify and verify your iPhone and iPad model number with Apple

Do you want to check whether an iPhone or iPad is genuine or not? You do not know which model it is? Or do you want to get the correct information about its service coverage and warranty status? Well, don't worry. Here is how you can easily identify and verify your iPhone and iPad model number with Apple.

Identify and verify iPhone model number

Find your iPhone's model number

1. Open Settings on your iPhone.
2. Click on General and select Public chat.
3. Here, look for the Model number.
4. Tap the ID next to the model number (the number with / is the part number, not the model number) to see the model number of the device.

On iPhone 8 and later models, you can remove the SIM tray to check the model number. Simply remove the SIM tray and look into the SIM tray slot under bright light - you will find the model number on the top side as shown in the picture.

On older iPhones (iPhone 7 or earlier), you will find the model number on the back of the device.

Check iPhone model, country of origin

Apple has listed all iPhone names and model numbers here. You can visit the link and search for your iPhone's model number to see the model name and country of origin. We have also listed the model numbers below:

• iPhone 12 Pro Max: A2342, A2410, A2412, A2411
• iPhone 12 Pro: A2341, A2406, A2408, A2407
• iPhone 12: A2172, A2402, A2404, A2403
• iPhone 12 Mini: A2176, A2398, A2400, A2399
• iPhone SE (2nd generation): A2275, A2298, A2296
• iPhone 11 Pro: A2160, A2217, A2215
• iPhone 11 Pro Max: A2161, A2220, A2218
• iPhone 11: A2111, A2223, A2221
• iPhone XS: A1920, A2097, A2098, A2099, A2100
• iPhone XS Max: A1921, A2101, A2102, A2103, A2104
• iPhone XR: A1984, A2105, A2106, A2107, A2108
• iPhone X: A1865, A1901, A1902
• iPhone 8: A1863, A1905, A1906
• iPhone 8 Plus: A1864, A1897, A1898
• iPhone 7: A1660, A1778, A1779
• iPhone 7 Plus: A1661, A1784, A1785
• iPhone 6s: A1633, A1688, A1700
• iPhone 6s Plus: A1634, A1687, A1699
• Iphone 6: A1549, A1586, A1589
• iPhone 6 Plus: A1522, A1524, A1593
• iPhone SE (1st generation): A1723, A1662, A1724
• Iphone 5s: A1453, A1457, A1518, A1528, A1530, A1533
• iphone 5c: A1456, A1507, A1516, A1529, A1532
• iPhone 5: A1428, A1429, A1442
• Iphone 4s: A1431, A1387
• Iphone 4: A1349, A1332
• iPhone 3GS: A1325, A1303
• iPhone 3G: A1324, A1241
• iPhone: A1203

Check if your iPhone is refurbished

On the iPhone, the identifier character letter next to the model number defines whether the iPhone was purchased new, refurbished, sold as a custom device, or if it is a replacement unit. You can use it to check if the iPhone is a new retail device or a refurbished device.

• M - Brand new device. The device was purchased new.
• F - Reconditioned device. The device has undergone a refurbishment process.
• N - Replacement device. This model replaced the device originally purchased.
• P - Personalized device. The device was personalized with engraving upon purchase.

Check the warranty status

Check your iPhone serial number in Settings > General > Public chat. Here it will show you the details of the warranty coverage. Expired coverage means your iPhone is no longer under warranty.

You can also copy the serial number and visit checkcoverage.apple.com. Here enter the serial number, the captcha code and click on Continue. You will get your iPhone model information and warranty information.

Identify and verify the model number of the iPad

Find your iPad model number

1. Open Settings on your iPad.
2. Click on General and select Public chat.
3. Here, look for the Model number.
4. Tap the part number (the number with / is the part number, not the model number) to see the model number of the device.

Look at the back of your iPad. The model number will be mentioned at the bottom of the back.

Check iPad model, country of origin

Similar to iPhones, Apple has listed all iPad models here with their specifications and model numbers. Visit the link and check the model number with name, connectivity options, and country of origin. We have also listed the model numbers below:

• 12,9-inch iPad Pro (5th generation): A2378, A2461, A2379, A2462
• 11-inch iPad Pro (3th generation): A2377, A2459, A2301, A2460
• 12,9-inch iPad Pro (4th generation): A2229, A2069, A2232, A2233
• 11-inch iPad Pro (2th generation): A2228, A2068, A2230, A2231
• 12,9-inch iPad Pro (3th generation): A1876, A2014, A1895, A1983
• 11-inch iPad Pro: A1980, A2013, A1934, A1979
• 12,9-inch iPad Pro (2th generation): A1670, A1671, A1821
• iPad Pro (10,5 inches): A1701, A1709, A1852
• iPad Pro (9,7 inches): A1673, A1674, A1675
• iPad Pro (12,9 inches): A1584, A1652
• iPad Air (4th generation): A2316, A2324, A2325, A2072
• iPad Air (3th generation): A2152, A2123, A2153, A2154
• iPad Air 2: A1566, A1567
• ipadair: A1474, A1475, A1476
• iPad mini (5th generation): A2133, A2124, A2126, A2125
• iPadmini4: A1538, A1550
• iPad mini 3: A1599, A1600
• iPad mini 2: A1489, A1489, A1489
• ipadmini: A1432, A1454, A1455
• iPad (8th generation): A2270, A2428, A2429, A2430
• iPad (7th generation): A2197, A2200, A2198
• iPad (6th generation): A1893, A1954
• iPad (5th generation): A1822, A1823
• iPad (4th generation): A1458, A1459, A1460
• iPad (3th generation): A1416, A1430, A1403
• iPad 2: A1395, A1396, A1397
• iPad: A1219, A1337

Check the warranty status

On your iPad, go to Settings > General > Public chat. Here, note the code next to Serial Name. Now open your browser and visit checkcoverage.apple.com. Here enter the serial number, captcha code and press Continue to get the status of your iPad's service and support coverage.

Check iPhone / iPad Using IMEI

You can also identify and verify your iPhone or iPad using its IMEI number from a third-party website. To find the IMEI number, open the dialer and type * # # 06. Copy the IMEI number. You can also find the IMEI number in the Settings > General > Public chat section.

Now visit imei.info and enter your IMEI number. It will show you your iPhone or iPad information including key specs.

If you are curious about how original your phone is, we have a step-by-step guide to check if your phone is original or fake.

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This is how you can identify and verify the model number of your iPhone and iPad with Apple. Besides, we also mentioned the method to check the device using IMEI and check its service and warranty coverage information. Hope this helps you find the correct device information especially when purchasing a used or refurbished device. If you have any further questions let me know in the comments below.