Used iphones
I purchased a used iPhone and I think it was stolen so I would like to return it to it’s original owner. Is this possible?
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I purchased a used iPhone and I think it was stolen so I would like to return it to it’s original owner. Is this possible?
If you have found a device, turn it on and see if there's a message. The owner may have done this:
Use the Find My app to locate a missing device or item - https://support.apple.com/HT210515
"What happens if you activate Mark As Lost
...You can also display a custom message with your phone number on the Lock screen, and keep track of your device's location."
For some iPhones --> Return a lost, locked iPhone, click here --> https://support.apple.com/HT211231
Otherwise turn it into authorities responsible for dealing with lost items.
If you have found a device, turn it on and see if there's a message. The owner may have done this:
Use the Find My app to locate a missing device or item - https://support.apple.com/HT210515
"What happens if you activate Mark As Lost
...You can also display a custom message with your phone number on the Lock screen, and keep track of your device's location."
For some iPhones --> Return a lost, locked iPhone, click here --> https://support.apple.com/HT211231
Otherwise turn it into authorities responsible for dealing with lost items.
Used iphones