Trying to use an old iphone 5 just for music, but it is disabled. Unsure of how to reopen/unlock this device.

Trying to use an old iphone 5 just for music, but it is disabled. Unsure of how to reopen/unlock this device.


Posted on Aug 19, 2021 4:11 AM

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Aug 19, 2021 5:42 AM in response to eyecnu

the activation lock is not really on

the ipad it's a theft protection measure on apples servers


it needs to be removed

How to remove Activation Lock - Apple Support


if you don't know your appleID

Recover Your Apple ID - Apple


if that does not help you then you

need the assistance of apple

Additional Support - Activation Lock (apple.com) and or

Get Support (apple.com) , Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple

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