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How can I reset unknowing old Apple ID of iPhone 8 previous owner?

how can I reset unknowing old Apple ID of iphone8 previous owner



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Posted on Aug 1, 2021 3:41 AM

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Posted on Aug 1, 2021 3:43 AM

the activation lock is not really on the iphone it's a

theft protection measure on apples servers

 

it needs to be removed

How to remove Activation Lock - Apple Support


if you don't know your appleID

Recover Your Apple ID - Apple


if that does not help you then you need the assistance

of apple

Additional Support - Activation Lock (apple.com) and or

Get Support (apple.com) , Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple

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Aug 1, 2021 3:43 AM in response to faida96

the activation lock is not really on the iphone it's a

theft protection measure on apples servers

 

it needs to be removed

How to remove Activation Lock - Apple Support


if you don't know your appleID

Recover Your Apple ID - Apple


if that does not help you then you need the assistance

of apple

Additional Support - Activation Lock (apple.com) and or

Get Support (apple.com) , Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple

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How can I reset unknowing old Apple ID of iPhone 8 previous owner?

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