How can I tell if my ps5 is real?

Please remove the base to reveal the PS5 serial and model numbers.
  1. The serial number is comprised of 11 characters and is located on the bottom of the console when positioned vertically.
  2. The model number consists of the letters CFI, followed by 100x and the letter A or B.
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Is there any fake PS5 consoles?

Yes, it's finally happened; the PS5 has now joined the ranks of fake consoles doing the rounds across the internet, and it's probably as good as you imagine it is.
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How can you tell New PS5?

First, a quick way you can identify if the PS5 you're looking at is the new PS5 model is to view the model number. The original PS5 model number is of the CFI-1000A/B series, with "A" denoting the standard disc drive edition, and "B" the Digital Edition PS5 (i.e, the one without a disc drive).
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What does PS5 serial number look like?

The serial number is comprised of 11 characters and is located on the bottom of the console when positioned vertically. The model number consists of the letters CFI, followed by 100x and the letter A or B. The model number is located on the bottom of the console when positioned vertically.
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How do I know if my PS5 controller is original?

What is this? It is located below the QR code on the back of the controller. It should also appear on the original packaging, as will the PS5 console's serial number (which can be found on the bottom of the console).
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PS5: How to check the Serial Number and Model Number



How can I avoid getting scammed on PS5?

How to Spot a Console Scammer
  1. Ask Them to Send Unique Pictures of the Alleged Console. ...
  2. Never Buy a Console Using PayPal Friends and Family or Similar Payment Methods. ...
  3. Reread Any and All Product Descriptions. ...
  4. Look at the Seller's Account and User Reviews. ...
  5. Stay Away From Social Media Sales and Unknown Websites.
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How do I register my Sony PS5?

How to register console to your PlayStation Network account on the web browser
  1. How to register console to your PlayStation Network account on the web browser. ...
  2. Select your product.
  3. Select model number. ...
  4. Enter console serial number and click Submit.
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Where is the serial number on a PS5 controller?

The serial number can be found on the back of the wireless controller, below the QR code. The serial number has 17 alphanumeric characters.
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Is PS5 made in China?

While some Playstation 5s are still manufactured in Japan there is a lot of them manufactured in China. The consoles are manufactured directly by Sony as well as some help from Foxconn. You can check the label on your console to find out where your console comes from.
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Are PS5 on Craigslist legit?

Desperate Santas who really want to put a hot PS5 under the tree may be more vulnerable to scalpers and outright scammers. "Please use extreme caution if buying one of these on Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, etc," the metro Detroit suburban police department warned in a tweet.
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Can a stolen PS5 be tracked?

If you are talking about GPS service, which way you can track down your PS5 if it gets stolen, then no. You cannot do that because the PlayStation 5 doesn't come with GPS in it.
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What is the model number of PS5?

The new PS5 has a new model number, which is CFI-1102A. The original PS5's model number is CFI-1000.
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What is the difference between the two types of PS5?

Aside from the price, the biggest difference between the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition and the standard PS5 is that the Digital Edition does not have a disc drive, while the standard PS5 does. This means the PS5 Digital Edition will only be able to play games that you've downloaded over the internet.
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Do you need to register PS5?

To register for a chance to purchase a PS5, customers must sign in to PlayStation.com using their PlayStation Network Sign-in ID. If you don't currently have an account for PlayStation Network, you can sign up for one here.
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How does registering a PS5 work?

According to the Sony website, those who register will begin receiving invitations direct from Sony. If selected, you'll receive an email with the date, time, and instructions for purchasing a PS5 console. Sony Direct is letting gamers register for its invite-only PS5 restocks.
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Why is there a PS5 shortage?

In a financial presentation last night, Sony exec Jim Ryan noted that, despite a strong launch, PS5 sales were lagging behind PS4 in its equivalent second year owing to supply constraints. Those supply constraints are due to both the Covid pandemic and Russia's war in Ukraine, but remain a top priority for Sony.
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What is Sony doing about PS5 scalpers?

In an attempt to combat those issues, Sony Japan has started issuing anti-scalping stickers to vendors in that country. The way it works is simple: the sticker is applied to the outside of the Playstation 5 box, and when someone buys the console, the sticker is cut — marking the product as “sold.”
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Does Sony restock PS5 everyday?

They restock on Thursdays and Fridays, although they've also offered restock on a Monday. They're sold out now, but tend to offer restocks that last an hour. The PS5 Digital Edition is sold out at Best Buy. However, when they do have stock, they sell it at list price.
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Is PSN playstation5 com legit?

Is sony-direct-playstation.com legit? If you're in the market for getting your hands on a Playstation 5 console and you bumped into this website – Sony-direct-playstation.com, let us warn you that this is NOT a legitimate website.
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How much is a PS5 controller worth?

A word of warning: the PS5 DualSense controller is a fantastic bit of kit, and so usually has a hefty price tag attached to it. They currently retail at $69.99/£59.99, and although it has been available since November 2020, they (just like the console) retain their value really well.
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What is PS5 SKU?

SKU:6426149. Release Date:11/12/2020.
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Where is my Playstation serial number?

The serial number is comprised of 11 characters and is located on the back of the system, towards the bottom left of the chassis. The model number consists of the letters CUH, followed by four numbers and a letter.
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Which is better PS5 or PS5 digital edition?

It's worth pointing out that there are no differences in performance or power between the PS5 and PS5 Digital Edition. There are obvious aesthetic differences between the two devices, as the PS5 Digital Edition has a slightly smaller profile owing to the absence of a disc drive.
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