Dictionary

W2C: Where To Cop/Where To Buy

"W2C" means "Where can I buy this item?" Used when seeking the source or seller of a product.

Example: "Can you put the W2C for the V5.3's in the subreddit?"

Reps/Clones: Replicas

"Reps" or "Clones" refer to product imitations designed to copy a particular product (in this case, AirPods) as precisely as possible. This is distinct from a 'knockoff'.

Example: "Where can I get the best AirPods reps/clones?"

Fake AirPods

"Fake AirPods" is an informal term for AirPods replicas or clones. In this guide, we use "replicas" or "clones" to describe higher-quality third-party products that aim to match Apple features at a lower price.

Knockoffs

"Knockoffs" refer to products designed to resemble popular brands while avoiding intellectual property infringement (e.g., "Gucce" instead of "Gucci").

GP: Guinea Pig

"Guinea Pigging" means being the first person to order and review a seller's product, allowing the community to evaluate its quality.

Example: "Is anyone willing to GP Troy's V4's?"

QC: Quality Control [PICS]

"QC" stands for Quality Control. "QC PICS" refers to pictures used to verify the quality of a purchased product.

Example: "Can you send me the QC pics for HiCity v2.5's?"

LC: Legit Check

A "Legit Check" verifies the authenticity of a product, often used when purchasing from non-retail sources like eBay or Facebook Marketplace.

Example: "Can someone LC these AirPods Pros for me?"

Agent: Freight Agent/Shipping Forwarder

An "Agent" is a third party who facilitates safe purchases from sellers (often in China) to buyers. They act as representatives, ensuring products are not faulty and buyers receive what they ordered. We recommend OOPBuy.

Example: "You might need to use an agent to get them, as currently HiCity doesn't ship to the Philippines."

Markings: Product Labeling

"Markings" refer to the text on the case and AirPods that provide information about the product, including "Designed by Apple in California" text, model numbers, and serial numbers.