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What if i can no longer contact the previous owner to unlock the activation lock?

Is there any other work around?

Posted on Jul 18, 2020 8:22 PM

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Posted on Jul 18, 2020 8:34 PM

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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Level 10

120,692 points

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.

What if i can no longer contact the previous owner to unlock the activation lock?

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