I’m sure many of us dream of purchasing any tech product we want at an affordable price. However, economic conditions and the tax rates of the country you’re in, can create obstacles to achieving this dream. Unfortunately, at this point, a black market of smuggled products comes into play. Products illegally brought in from abroad are introduced to the market without being subject to any taxes in your country. While this situation may occasionally benefit consumers, it is not right, and customs authorities take measures to prevent it. One of these measures recently proved effective in China, as reported a man caught with 48 CPUs hidden in his shoes. Here are the details…

Man Caught with 48 CPUs Hidden in His Shoes

The market for unboxed CPUs continues to grow, these products are often more affordable than their boxed counterparts. However, their origins may be less legitimate. According to the latest reports, a man was recently caught attempting to smuggle 48 CPUs into China by hiding them in his shoes.

According to a report released by the authorities on the matter, a man wearing a black and white short-sleeved shirt entered a dedicated passenger inspection site. Customs officers at the scene noticed that his white canvas shoes seemed unusually large. Upon closer examination, they found the CPUs wrapped in paper tape inside the shoes, totaling 48 units.

This incident serves as a reminder of the conditions under which smuggled goods are brought into the country. Unfortunately, consumers often choose these products due to their lower prices. However, the potential damage to these sensitive technologies during such transport methods is often not taken into account.

Even when transported in factory-sealed boxes, these products can be damaged. It is also worth noting that finding someone to hold accountable in case these “seller-guaranteed” products malfunction in the future is often not possible.

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