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Apple Watch setup

can I connect Apple Watch to my iPhone if the other person isn’t responding back to unlock it

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Posted on Dec 7, 2020 3:09 PM

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Posted on Dec 7, 2020 3:13 PM

No, the previous owner must unpair it first.

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

Without the owner's authorisation (Apple ID & password), no thief or anyone including you can re-use the device

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Apple Watch setup

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