Not sure what W2C means? What’s ANC? Don’t be confused, here’s a comprehensive dictionary explaining some of the lingo often used in the AirReps community.
W2C: Where To Cop/Where To Buy
[1] Often used when looking for the source or seller of a particular product. Essentially means, “Where can I buy this item?”
For example:
“Can you put the W2C for the V3.9’s in the subreddit?”
[2] Can also be used when providing where to buy a particular item.
For example:
“I’ll put the W2C in #clone-reviews tomorrow.”
Reps/Clones: Replicas
[1] Product imitations with the intention of copying a particular product (in this case AirPods) as precisely as possible. This is not the same as a ‘knockoff’.
For example:
“Where can I get the best AirPods reps/clones?”
Knockoffs
[1] A spin-off or recreation of a product, but is noticeably not the same branding as the brand it’s trying to “knock-off” (often to avoid counterfeit product charges/infringing intellectual property rights).
For example:
“He got those “Gucce” shoes on.”
GP: Guinea Pig
Guinea Pigging is a term used in online communities to refer to the act of being the first person to order a seller’s product. This means that you will be the first to receive the product and post pictures of it online, allowing the community to evaluate its quality. This can be a risky proposition, as the product may not be of good quality, but it helps to inform the community and is appreciated by other members.
For example:
“Is anyone willing to GP Troy’s V4’s or Xiao Daniel’s Gen 2’s?”
In this example, the person is asking if anyone is willing to be the first to order and review the quality of these products. This is a common request in online communities where people buy and sell replica or knock-off products.
QC: Quality Control [PICS]
[1] Quality Control (QC for short) PICS are pictures that are used to verify that a purchased product is of good quality.
For example:
“Can you send me the QC pics for HiCity v2.5’s?”
In this example, the person is asking for pictures that show the quality of the HiCity v2.5’s, in order to determine if they are worth buying.
[2] In its proper meaning, Quality Control refers to how sellers maintain standards in manufactured products by testing a sample of the output to ensure their products are functioning correctly.
For example:
“Vincent’s QC has gotten really poor recently. So many batches are defective!”
In this example, the person is saying that Vincent’s quality control has been poor, resulting in many defective products. This can be a serious issue for sellers, as it can lead to customer dissatisfaction and potential legal issues.
LC: Legit Check
A “legit check” refers to the act of verifying that a product is authentic. This is often done when someone purchases a product from a non-retail source, such as a person-to-person marketplace like eBay or Facebook Marketplace, and wants to be sure that they are getting the real thing. Legit checks are a useful way for buyers to protect themselves from buying counterfeit or fake products.
For example:
“Can someone LC these AirPods Pros for me? Someone’s offering them on Facebook Marketplace for $130, which seems too good to be true.”
In this example, the person is asking someone to verify that the AirPods Pros they are considering purchasing are authentic. They are skeptical because the price seems unusually low, which could indicate that the product is not genuine. Legit checks can help buyers avoid being scammed or misled when purchasing products online.
Agent: Freight agent/shipping forwarder
An agent is a third party who helps facilitate the safe purchase of a product from a seller, often located in China, to the buyer. They act as a representative for the buyer and try to ensure that the product is not faulty or damaged and that the buyer receives exactly what they expect to receive.
For example:
“You might need to use an agent to get them, as currently HiCity doesn’t ship to the Philippines.”
In this example, the person is suggesting that the buyer use an agent to help them purchase the product from HiCity, since HiCity does not directly ship to the Philippines.
“The seller tried to trick me by sending i12’s but luckily my agent provided QC pics, and I was able to return it.”
In this example, the person’s agent helped to prevent them from being scammed by a dishonest seller. The agent provided quality control pictures that showed that the seller had attempted to send a different product than the one that the buyer had ordered. This allowed the buyer to return the product and get a refund.
Markings
The text on the case and AirPods that provides general information about the AirPods is called the “product labeling.” This labeling typically includes the “Designed by Apple in California” text, as well as model numbers and serial numbers that can be used to identify the specific product and its features. This labeling is important for providing consumers with important information about the product, such as its compatibility with other devices and its warranty coverage.
Transparency mode
Transparency mode is an ambient sound mode that is available on some models of AirPods, such as the AirPods Pro. This mode uses a microphone to allow you to hear some environmental sounds, such as traffic or the boarding gate call at an airport, while also listening to the audio from your AirPods. This can be helpful for remaining aware of your surroundings while also enjoying your music or other audio.
For example:
“I love transparency mode because I can focus in on the music from my AirPods and I can hear when the phone’s ringing.”
In this example, the person is saying that they appreciate the ability to use transparency mode on their AirPods because it allows them to hear important sounds from their environment while still enjoying the audio from their AirPods.
