Vn-Z.vn On November 12, 2023, Apple solidified its position as one of the leading and most valuable brands globally. The combination of product quality, stunning design, a robust ecosystem, and sophisticated marketing strategies has contributed to building a strong image and garnering trust from customers. Apple is renowned for introducing innovative and advanced products such as the iPhone, MacBook, iPad, and Apple Watch. The quality of Apple devices is often highly praised by consumers and tech experts alike. Apple's devices are known for their beautiful, modern, and elegant design, coupled with high performance.
Due to Apple's fame, its products are also counterfeited, and these imitation electronic products can impact both the users' wallets and their overall experience. Fraudsters often target Apple products due to their popularity. However, counterfeit Apple products also showcase remarkable technological feats.
Previously, Lumafield highlighted the differences between a $5 USB-C cable and a $129 USB-C cable. In this article, the Vn-Z team shares Lumafield's exploration using a $75,000 CT scanner to examine the charging device for MacBook and fake AirPods Pro.
Let's start by looking at the MagUnsafe charger. Chargers are crucial devices, as low-quality ones can pose dangers. There have been regrettable incidents involving the use of incorrect chargers, such as the case of a Chinese woman suffering internal organ damage, facing the risk of amputation, due to using an improper charger.
Lumafield conducted tests and CT scans on a counterfeit Apple charger they purchased from a seller on eBay. Lumafield described this counterfeit charging device as highly "suspicious," considering eBay's policy prohibiting counterfeit products.
This charger was priced at around $30 and exhibited significant differences compared to Apple's genuine 85 W MagSafe 2 Power Adapter, currently priced at $79 on Apple's website.
In the gallery above, you can observe an image illustrating the external similarities between the two chargers. However, as detailed in the accompanying YouTube video, the charger purchased from eBay displayed only two inductors, along with a large electrolytic capacitor, and a significantly less intricate overall circuitry when compared to the authentic Apple 85 W MagSafe 2 Power Adapter.
While the fake charger exhibits an impressive level of engineering for a counterfeit product, there is a risk that the charger may not deliver the desired voltages. Even if it did or the connected device could adjust voltages, the potential for the fraudulent charger to get hotter over time poses a concern. Frayed wires, increased resistance, and heat buildup could contribute to a dangerous situation, as mentioned by Zach Radding, an electronics engineer at Build Cool Stuff, in a video on Adam Savage's Tested channel.
Additionally, the counterfeit charger has a fake grounded pin that is not actually connected to anything inside the charger, and such a feature wouldn't be compliant in certain regions like the UK. The CT scans reveal a dense and well-organized internal structure in the genuine charger, while the counterfeit shows a more haphazard layout. It's important to note that lacking a real grounding pin can pose risks in terms of safety and electrical protection.
In conclusion, despite the impressive engineering found in the fake charger, the potential risks associated with safety, performance, and long-term use make genuine Apple chargers a more reliable and secure choice. The advanced design, quality components, and safety features integrated into Apple's original chargers contribute to a safer and more efficient charging experience. Choosing counterfeit products, even if they come at a lower price, may compromise not only performance but also safety.
Counterfeit chargers often pose serious risks. For instance, a knockoff Apple charger purchased from a dubious eBay seller (counterfeit products are prohibited by eBay's policies) was subjected to a CT scan by Lumafield, revealing substantial differences from the genuine Apple 85W MagSafe 2 Power Adapter, priced at $79 on Apple's official website.
Externally, the two chargers may appear similar, but the eBay-purchased charger displayed noticeable variations. It had only two inductors, a large electrolytic capacitor, and significantly fewer electronic components compared to the authentic Apple charger.
Internally, the genuine Apple charger demonstrated a sophisticated power management system with various components for power conditioning and conversion. In contrast, the counterfeit had a less complex internal structure, lacking filtering features essential for safety and longevity.
The fake charger's simplified internal design raises concerns not only about its performance but also its ability to safely manage power supplied to devices. Heat management between the two chargers likely differs, with Apple's thin heatsink being more advanced and covering most of the charger's transformer.
CT scans highlighted the broad coverage of the heatsink in the Apple charger, preventing hot spots and using more metal for better heat dissipation. Additionally, Apple's charger uses converters, enhancing efficiency and generating less heat, a feature absent in the imitation.
Despite the impressive engineering in the counterfeit charger, there's a risk that it may not output desired voltages. If covered up or experiencing frayed wires, the charger's heat could increase over time, potentially leading to dangerous situations.
The fake charger also had a fake grounded pin not connected to anything inside, posing risks of electric shock and other safety hazards. Using counterfeit products, not just from Apple, can have negative consequences, including safety risks, lack of compatibility, and no manufacturer support or warranty. While the lower cost of knockoff products may be appealing, it comes with risks related to quality, safety, and support. Ultimately, consumers need to carefully consider their needs and weigh the trade-off between price and quality before opting for counterfeit products.
Vn-Z.vn team compiles information from the source Lumafield.
Due to Apple's fame, its products are also counterfeited, and these imitation electronic products can impact both the users' wallets and their overall experience. Fraudsters often target Apple products due to their popularity. However, counterfeit Apple products also showcase remarkable technological feats.
Previously, Lumafield highlighted the differences between a $5 USB-C cable and a $129 USB-C cable. In this article, the Vn-Z team shares Lumafield's exploration using a $75,000 CT scanner to examine the charging device for MacBook and fake AirPods Pro.
Let's start by looking at the MagUnsafe charger. Chargers are crucial devices, as low-quality ones can pose dangers. There have been regrettable incidents involving the use of incorrect chargers, such as the case of a Chinese woman suffering internal organ damage, facing the risk of amputation, due to using an improper charger.
Lumafield conducted tests and CT scans on a counterfeit Apple charger they purchased from a seller on eBay. Lumafield described this counterfeit charging device as highly "suspicious," considering eBay's policy prohibiting counterfeit products.
While the fake charger exhibits an impressive level of engineering for a counterfeit product, there is a risk that the charger may not deliver the desired voltages. Even if it did or the connected device could adjust voltages, the potential for the fraudulent charger to get hotter over time poses a concern. Frayed wires, increased resistance, and heat buildup could contribute to a dangerous situation, as mentioned by Zach Radding, an electronics engineer at Build Cool Stuff, in a video on Adam Savage's Tested channel.
Additionally, the counterfeit charger has a fake grounded pin that is not actually connected to anything inside the charger, and such a feature wouldn't be compliant in certain regions like the UK. The CT scans reveal a dense and well-organized internal structure in the genuine charger, while the counterfeit shows a more haphazard layout. It's important to note that lacking a real grounding pin can pose risks in terms of safety and electrical protection.
In conclusion, despite the impressive engineering found in the fake charger, the potential risks associated with safety, performance, and long-term use make genuine Apple chargers a more reliable and secure choice. The advanced design, quality components, and safety features integrated into Apple's original chargers contribute to a safer and more efficient charging experience. Choosing counterfeit products, even if they come at a lower price, may compromise not only performance but also safety.
Externally, the two chargers may appear similar, but the eBay-purchased charger displayed noticeable variations. It had only two inductors, a large electrolytic capacitor, and significantly fewer electronic components compared to the authentic Apple charger.
Internally, the genuine Apple charger demonstrated a sophisticated power management system with various components for power conditioning and conversion. In contrast, the counterfeit had a less complex internal structure, lacking filtering features essential for safety and longevity.
The fake charger's simplified internal design raises concerns not only about its performance but also its ability to safely manage power supplied to devices. Heat management between the two chargers likely differs, with Apple's thin heatsink being more advanced and covering most of the charger's transformer.
CT scans highlighted the broad coverage of the heatsink in the Apple charger, preventing hot spots and using more metal for better heat dissipation. Additionally, Apple's charger uses converters, enhancing efficiency and generating less heat, a feature absent in the imitation.
Despite the impressive engineering in the counterfeit charger, there's a risk that it may not output desired voltages. If covered up or experiencing frayed wires, the charger's heat could increase over time, potentially leading to dangerous situations.
The fake charger also had a fake grounded pin not connected to anything inside, posing risks of electric shock and other safety hazards. Using counterfeit products, not just from Apple, can have negative consequences, including safety risks, lack of compatibility, and no manufacturer support or warranty. While the lower cost of knockoff products may be appealing, it comes with risks related to quality, safety, and support. Ultimately, consumers need to carefully consider their needs and weigh the trade-off between price and quality before opting for counterfeit products.
Vn-Z.vn team compiles information from the source Lumafield.