I’m sure this has been covered many times but I recently bought a used series 3 watch that is id locked and I have no way of getting in touch with the owner and there is a no return policy from the pawn shop. I have heard of Apple unlocking with proof of purchase. Is this true?
Yes and no, and I suspect more "no" in your case, sorry.
Click on this link to read "About Activation Lock on your Apple Watch" --> https://support.apple.com/HT205009
- Apple can completely reset a device if a person can provide sufficient evidence of valid ownership. Do this online at: Activation Lock support request - https://al-support.apple.com/#/additional-support Apple says, "Proof of ownership documentation is required," but does not state what currently constitutes proof. Prior to this new online service Apple typically required the original receipt issued by an Apple Authorized dealer (not a pawn shop) and documented provenance (so typically it would be the original owner who does this, or a descendant with legal proof of ownership). You are welcome to try but I would not be at all surprised if they would not unlock it in your case.
Yes and no, and I suspect more "no" in your case, sorry.
Click on this link to read "About Activation Lock on your Apple Watch" --> https://support.apple.com/HT205009
- Apple can completely reset a device if a person can provide sufficient evidence of valid ownership. Do this online at: Activation Lock support request - https://al-support.apple.com/#/additional-support Apple says, "Proof of ownership documentation is required," but does not state what currently constitutes proof. Prior to this new online service Apple typically required the original receipt issued by an Apple Authorized dealer (not a pawn shop) and documented provenance (so typically it would be the original owner who does this, or a descendant with legal proof of ownership). You are welcome to try but I would not be at all surprised if they would not unlock it in your case.
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