Apple has informed its authorized premium resellers and dealers to prepare for new products that will arrive with 10 and 12 digital serial numbers. This news arrives just a few days prior to its ‘Spring Loaded‘ event.
According to a MacRumors report, the Cupertino based giant was planning on switching to randomized serial numbers for the launch of its future products in early 2021. In other words, the recent report is in line with the company’s plans. The company is advising its resellers and dealers to prepare for the roll out of new randomized serial numbers due to the nearing Spring Loaded event, in which the company is expected to launch new 2021 iPad models.
As per an internal memo obtained by MacRumors, Apple has asked its dealers to ensure that their “systems, warehouses, and processes are in place and able to receive and ship the two serial number formats.” For those unaware, the iPhone maker currently uses a 12 digit serial number formats for its products. These serial numbers arrive with an alphanumeric format, which could sometimes hold key production information such as production date and time.
But now, the system would randomize the system, meaning, it will be harder to discern key information regarding its products now. Furthermore, the reminder from Apple to its authorized partner comes just a week from when the company will hold its ‘Spring Loaded’ event, which is set for 20th April 2021. In the event, the company is expected to launch new 2021 iPads that are said to feature mini LED displays.
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