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I get that people are outraged about this. And that's one side of it. But I also feel like people need to know how to use these platforms. If you're getting a heavy discount, from a sketchy source, then maybe there's a reason for it. Idk about Wish, but platforms like ebay, aliexpress, etc. are great even for things like electronics if you know what you're buying like leds, microchips, etc. Makeup, perfume, power rel…
I get that people are outraged about this. And that's one side of it. But I also feel like people need to know how to use these platforms. If you're getting a heavy discount, from a sketchy source, then maybe there's a reason for it. Idk about Wish, but platforms like ebay, aliexpress, etc. are great even for things like electronics if you know what you're buying like leds, microchips, etc. Makeup, perfume, power rel…
I get that people are outraged about this. And that's one side of it. But I also feel like people need to know how to use these platforms. If you're getting a heavy discount, from a sketchy source, then maybe there's a reason for it. Idk about Wish, but platforms like ebay, aliexpress, etc. are great even for things like electronics if you know what you're buying like leds, microchips, etc. Makeup, perfume, power rel…
> If you're getting a heavy discount, from a sketchy source, then maybe there's a reason for it. Talk about a perverse incentive. Maybe I should sell fake AirPod Pros for (MSRP-$3). Enough that the price feels right to make you think it's the real deal, and as a reward, I'll make more profit!
They purposefully price it low so that people will go against their better judgement because they can get a really great deal. It wouldn't really be the same scam if they priced it higher.
And I am not saying price is the only indicator. Just that low prices are usually a red flag.
Although, there are studies that show increased sales for products by just increasing their prices and nothing else. So that incentive exists either way, scam or not.
Why is anyone shocked AliExpress products are fake? I only go there if I want a knock off version of something (shirts, AirPod cases, etc.). Ebay and Amazon are also not surprising either, but both retailers often have the "official merchants" of products that are being sold. As long as you buy through the official storefronts, then you're good to go.