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iPhone locked with previous owner's account

Hello.

I am in possession of an iPhone XS that I purchased from advertisements on one of the websites.

Bought cheap because with iCloud lock, I was told that I can unlock this lock afterwards.

Unfortunately, it turned out to be practically impossible.

My question now is: what can I do when I have no contact with the owner of the iPhone?


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Posted on Sep 6, 2020 6:36 AM

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Posted on Sep 6, 2020 6:46 AM

It’s not that Apple “overlooked” this need ...


... rather it’s an intentionally-designed way to make stolen devices worthless.


It works well.


However, it will NOT impede a legitimate after-purchase sale and transfer.


Read more here: https://support.apple.com/en-au/HT201365



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