First of all, let's define what is the actual difference between Rostest or Eurotest devices. Smartphones with the prefix "Ros" on the packaging are devices certified for sale in Russia, and smartphones with the prefix "Euro" were released, respectively, for European countries. All devices imported into Russia legally must have a PCT certificate. Buying a smartphone destined for Europe, you are actually buying a gray phone.
What threatens the user and what is better to buy - Rostest or Eurotest device?
First of all, when buying a device not certified for our country, you may encounter the fact that the smartphone will be focused on a European operator and its use in Russia will be impossible. Unlocking, of course, is possible, but it usually costs a lot and carries certain risks. Also, the Eurotest phone used in Russia is not covered by the manufacturer's warranty.
Many sellers of "gray" devices claim that this is not the case, citing an excerpt from the official Apple website, which says that you can apply for product warranty serviceto the nearest authorized service center near you. This is absolutely true. However, Apple only performs warranty obligations to the first purchaser of the device, as stated in the corresponding agreement, which you can also find on the official support resource.
If you have a “euro” version of a smartphone in your hands, then you are not actually the first one
owner - before you, someone bought this device in the European Union and illegally imported it into the Russian Federation, where you purchased it. This means that an authorized service center will not even accept it for diagnostics and refuse warranty service. Here someone will say that under the guarantee he does not intend to apply for repair of the device, and the price tag for 4 thousand less is more attractive for him.
But here, too, there are pitfalls - the device may need more than just repairs. There is also such a thing as a factory defect or a malfunction beyond repair. In the event that the manufacturer bears warranty obligations to you, the device is replaced with a similar working one or a refund is made. If you are the owner of a device made for Europe, then you will be deprived of this opportunity. The miser pays twice, as the saying goes. Of course, the decision to buy a Rostest or Eurotest device should be made directly by the buyer. However, this decision should be balanced.
How to tell if you are buying Rostest or Eurotest device
First of allpay attention to the packaging of the device. A careful study of it is the only way, without activating the device, to determine whether iphone Rostest or Eurotest is in front of you.
The box must have inscriptions in Russian. Also on the barcode label must be two letters "RR". If it is possible to inspect the contents of the box, then pay attention to the presence of a warranty card from the official distributor of devices in Russia. It should be noted that only MTS and Megafon are engaged in the supply of certified devices to the territory of our country. These simple steps will prevent you from buying an uncertified smartphone and help you avoid unnecessary problems.
