Check IMEI/Serial by Device Model
How to check the iPhone 13 Pro Max IMEI, activation, and warranty
Buying or inbound-checking a iPhone 13 Pro Max? Learn how to find the IMEI or serial, read Apple Check Coverage correctly, avoid “not activated” mistakes, and when to bulk-check with Excel.
Which identifier does the iPhone 13 Pro Max use?
The iPhone 13 Pro Max (2021) is tracked by both an IMEI (cellular identity) and a serial number (service/warranty code). Apple's coverage checker takes the serial number — that is the primary code for status checks. See also IMEI vs serial number and the glossary.
A valid code only proves the device exists in Apple's systems — not that every part is original. Always match the returned model against the physical unit, box label, and receipt.
How to find the IMEI or serial on the iPhone 13 Pro Max
- Dial
*#06#to show the IMEI (dual-SIM models show IMEI 1 and IMEI 2). - Or open Settings → General → About to see both the IMEI and the serial number.
- Cross-check against the SIM tray, the back of the device and the box label.
Tip: copy from the screen instead of retyping from a photo — it is easy to confuse 0 with O or drop the last character. On dual-SIM phones, record both IMEI 1 and IMEI 2.
Steps to check iPhone 13 Pro Max activation and warranty
- Open Apple Check Coverage.
- Enter the iPhone 13 Pro Max serial number and the verification code.
- Read model, activation status, and service/warranty expiry.
- Match the returned model against the device/box before concluding.
- For many units, collect serials in Excel and bulk-check with BatchIMEI.
Reading results & common mistakes for the iPhone 13 Pro Max
Activated: a warranty/service expiry date means the iPhone 13 Pro Max clock is running. Not activated: Apple confirms a valid record but shows no expiry.
“Not found” is not always counterfeit — typos, market mismatch, or unsynced data are common. If the returned model does not match the box/device, stop the deal.
Coverage does not show Activation Lock / iCloud Lock or carrier blacklist. See Activation Lock vs iCloud Lock.
Can an IMEI reveal the iPhone 13 Pro Max color and storage?
Some commercial reports may return a iPhone 13 Pro Max variant, including color or 256GB/512GB/1TB storage, but public Apple Check Coverage mainly uses the serial to confirm model and warranty coverage. Do not trust color/storage from an unclear source alone.
Cross-check Settings → General → About, the model/part number, on-device capacity, and the box label. Because color or storage does not change the IMEI check flow, BatchIMEI keeps one useful page per model instead of near-duplicate pages for each color and capacity.
When to bulk-check iPhone 13 Pro Max units
Stores, warehouses, buyback desks and refurbishers often receive lots of iPhone 13 Pro Max units. One-by-one browser checks are slow. A practical flow:
- Export serials/IMEIs to Excel or CSV.
- Upload to BatchIMEI (up to 1,000 codes per run).
- Filter activated, soon-to-expire, or mismatched models.
Browse the by-model hub and business guides.
Summary & next steps
To check a iPhone 13 Pro Max correctly: get the serial → Coverage → match the model → then buy/sell. For long lists, use Excel on BatchIMEI.
Also read: Apple warranty check, new unactivated iPhone, what coverage means.
Frequently asked questions
Should I check the iPhone 13 Pro Max by IMEI or serial?
Apple Check Coverage uses the serial number. The iPhone 13 Pro Max has both — use the serial for Coverage and keep the IMEI for box/Settings cross-checks.
How do I know if the iPhone 13 Pro Max is still under warranty?
Enter the serial on Apple Check Coverage. If in warranty, the page shows repair and support expiry dates. A valid receipt can adjust the purchase date under local policy.
Can I check many iPhone 13 Pro Max units at once?
Yes. Put serials (and IMEIs where present) into Excel/CSV and upload to BatchIMEI — up to 1,000 codes per run — then download activation status and warranty days remaining.
Does Check Coverage show iCloud Lock for the iPhone 13 Pro Max?
No. Coverage only covers activation/warranty. Check Activation Lock on-device (lock screen / Apple ID prompt at Setup).
Do I need a separate page for each iPhone 13 Pro Max color or storage size?
No. The IMEI/serial and Coverage workflow is identical across colors and capacities. Verify storage in Settings and cross-check the part number and box label.
References
- Apple — Check Your Service and Support Coverage — Apple's official serial-number coverage checker
- Apple Support — Find the serial number, EID, or IMEI — Official instructions for iPhone and iPad
Stop checking Apple identifiers one at a time
BatchIMEI accepts an Excel/CSV file of Apple IMEIs or serial numbers, processes up to 1,000 identifiers per batch, and exports activation and warranty results. The current price is 500 VND per successful check.