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Sidewalk Sale
9th June 2008
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Topic: Technology
We have all had a had a good laugh at those “sidewalk sales” you see on city streets all over the world. You know the type… when your budget says “no” to that Gucci, Prada or Luis Vitton handbag, you can always depend on someone selling “Cucci,” “Prado,” or “Lois Vittun” on the side of the road for, well… a steal.
In both cases, the suspected counterfeit mobile phones, wireless accessories and battery charger appeared to have been imported from
This could carry a multitude of serious problems for individuals who purchase such devices. Other than the obvious potential malfunctions and physical safety, what about rogue software or other malicious hidden insecurities?
When it comes to communication devices, do yourself a favor: buy from a reputable source. Saving some money now could prove to be devastatingly costly later. As officials indicate, the true extent of the counterfeiting problem isn’t currently known, but it appears that it could be enormous.
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