Activating an iPod that you get second hand not knowing the previous owners id and password.

I bought my iPod at a pawn shop. It still has activation lock in place. How do i get past this to be able to use my iPod?

iPod Touch (5th Gen)

Posted on Dec 31, 2019 7:47 AM

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Posted on Jan 3, 2020 2:37 AM

You purchased an over 7-year old iPod Touch with Activation Lock.

You purchased a dead, useless electronic drink coaster.

No one here can help you and neither can Apple.

Return it and get your money back, if you can.


Tap and read this user tip from one of our regular, contributing volunteer users here below.


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Jan 3, 2020 2:37 AM in response to mysticmeek

You purchased an over 7-year old iPod Touch with Activation Lock.

You purchased a dead, useless electronic drink coaster.

No one here can help you and neither can Apple.

Return it and get your money back, if you can.


Tap and read this user tip from one of our regular, contributing volunteer users here below.


The All Too Common SAD Reality of Buying … - Apple Community

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Activating an iPod that you get second hand not knowing the previous owners id and password.

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