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‘iPhone 16’ unboxing from Temu goes wrong

It has been proven that not everything that glitters is gold. This comes after a Temu unboxing video leaves mzansi in stitches when a man shows off his brand-new ‘iPhone 16’ from the online store.

The TikTok creator who goes by the username @kklaledd67 showcased his brand-new phone from Temu. Having only been introduced to the iPhone 15 last year there is no doubt that wasn’t the latest version of the phone, and although the online store was recently introduced in the country, netizens have been rushing to buy items with some leaving very disappointing reviews.

The popular online Chinese store similar to SHEIN found its way into the country and caused an influx of consumers to order their favourite products and do all kinds of hauls from clothing, electronics and even hair.

In the video, the creator thought that he was buying an iPhone 16 to his shock when he opened the package he received a blue small foldable phone with the interior of a Nokia, Samsung and iPhone camera causing many TikTok users to laugh at the man for this.

He posted the video on the app with the caption, “Never buying a phone from Temu again.

@kkhaledd67 Never buying phone from temu again. #temu #gonewrong #gift #giftideas ♬ original sound – Hernadezz67

One user shared that they found themselves laughing out loud in a public place.

Another user commented: “Dope sound.”

A TikToker commented on the music choice saying: “At least it’s playing Roddy Rich music.” (adding a laughing and fire emoji)

Also see: How to avoid counterfeit and poor-quality goods when shopping online

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