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Is there a way I can reset the Apple Watch without needing the old ID?

i have changed my Apple ID and can’t remember the old one that my watch is paired to is there a way I can reset the watch without needing the old I’d



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Posted on Feb 19, 2020 8:43 AM

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Posted on Feb 19, 2020 9:11 AM

No there isn't,without your old apple id you cannot remove the activation lock,the lock is an anti theft feature.Removing this lock is the only way you will be able to use the watch again and for that you need your old id.

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Feb 19, 2020 9:11 AM in response to 23.mario

No there isn't,without your old apple id you cannot remove the activation lock,the lock is an anti theft feature.Removing this lock is the only way you will be able to use the watch again and for that you need your old id.

Is there a way I can reset the Apple Watch without needing the old ID?

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