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My friend gave me his iPhone 8

My friend recently gave me his iPhone 8+ because he wanted my Galaxy, but the phone was initially his brothers and he didn't sign out of the Apple ID before he gave it to either of us, and I can't get anything from the store or anything because I don't know the password to sign in. Can someone please help me?

iPhone 8 Plus, iOS 13

Posted on Apr 19, 2020 9:55 PM

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Posted on Apr 19, 2020 9:58 PM

No.

His brother needs to release the lock with his Apple ID & password.

Activation Lock is a theft deterrent feature with no bypass or workaround.

Without the owner's authorisation, no thief or anyone including you can re-use the device.

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My friend gave me his iPhone 8

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