More recent US Trade Representatives have put several big companies in the Notorious Markets. These notorious markets deal in counterfeit products or endorse piracy. So, the hard-earned money we spend in buying our desired products or items may not be original. That’s a pity. That fact is how we could identify a fake item that is hefty in our pocket. The loss we incur from these fake items is not subject to being compensated by any forum.

LED TV is a growing craze among consumers these days. They are now the highest selling electronic items should there be any festive sales around. The astounding demands in the market may lead deceitful mongers to distort to selling Fake LED TVs to make money fast.

But for consumers like us, we can’t let this strip us of our hard-earned money. Let’s be smart. We can learn some essential tricks that can easily help us from being duped and save big on Fake LED TVs, yet bring home the original product only.

Important Note:

We would dive deep to unravel a few crucial things to know how fake LED TVs such as Samsung, LG, Sony are embossed with original tags and boxed smartly with the same brand package. As we deep search layer by layer, we would discover the features of fake LED TVs too to know the basic and the most important difference from the original LED TV brands.

Check 1: Features of an unbranded LED TV

Let’s start with a non-brand LED TV. When you buy a 32’ inch unbranded LED TV, it comes packaged with a box that reads a few feature descriptions on its box. Generally, it can cost INR 10,000. However, with some extended smart features, it can cost you INR12,000.

Descriptions on the box

• The box does have the brand logo printed on it but they are not in the correct way. They may vary. The color may differ with prints smudged.
• The accessories between original and fake may also vary.
• Feature descriptions vary based on the size of the LED TV.
• The box does not carry any brand name.
• It only reads ‘LED TV’ in the middle of the box.
• It has empty spaces with nothing to display on top, right, left, and corner.
• Unscrupulous dealers use stickers that carry the brand’s latest model, and other exciting features.
• The most familiar features include an HD port, USB port, and wide view in the front.
• On the other side of the box, as it stands vertically, it displays a sticker with a serial number, voltage, weight, and price.

Check 2: Configurations of the unbranded and unboxed LED TV

When you unpack an unbranded LED TV, you can see some parts inside the box.

• A package that contains a plastic stand if it is not wall-mounted, a user manual, and some screws.
• At the top left corner, there is a sticker displaying some of its key features.
• At the rear end, two USB ports rest with two AV ports.
• At the bottom, one RF port, one VGA port, two HDMI ports along with 3.5 mm slots and cable.
• The same spot also features an LED sticker and speakers.

Check 3: Video quality of unbranded LED TV

Connect your Android devices with the LED TV to check the video quality of your TV which you buy. As you connect via USB, the quality may not differ much. You may get the same high-definition quality much like most original LED TVs.

So, this does not help you to unravel if it is original or fake.

What features does Original LED TV have?

• Designed with LED backlighting, it tends to offer higher resolutions and better contrast ratios.
• LED TVs provide better viewing angles.
• Better sound and color saturation.
• LED TVs are sleek.
• Energy-efficient.

Significant Tricks to know your LED TV is original

• When you buy an LED TV, it must come with a tax paid bill. It ensures the dealer has paid to import the product whereas it also assures that your product is original and legal.
• Look for the hologram and serial number on the box. Now, this serial number is a tricky way to check with the customer care and confirm if the LED TV is original or fake.
• For some reason, if you cannot call customer care, visit the official website of the brand. Register the serial number on the official site. It provides all significant information that helps you know if this LED TV is genuine or fake.
• Look for the warranty card inside the box. Make sure the serial number mentioned on the card and on the LED TV are the same and it also carries the brand logo.

Important steps to buying original TVs

With all these important tricks in hand, the very next step to ensuring you buy the original LED TVs is following some more critical steps. So, you can prevent damage.

• Always make sure you purchase a LED TV with a warranty card.
• The choice of point of sale also matters here. An authorized distributor or manufacturer sells the original products.
• Get direct reviews from someone you know who has already bought the LED TV from a particular brand and could share with you his/her user experience. This is great to get hands-on experience about the features and functions of the LED TV.
• If you buy it from dealers or manufacturers, get a guarantee to get it fixed if any event appears within 30 days of purchasing.
• If you buy online, you must pay extra attention.
• Insist for an invoice whenever you purchase an LED TV.

Conclusion:

In just about a week we have news that the notorious market is full of counterfeit products. LED TVs are the easiest catch to dupe consumers. The smart tips listed above can become the most efficient way to avoid fake TVs and also secure your money.

No matter which brand – LG, Samsung, or Sony, or any other brands you prefer, you can follow the tips. Always get a warranty card, keep it safe so if any event occurs, you can immediately contact customer support and get things right. Buy the right product to enjoy the best user experience.