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How to activate new I phone with no wifi

How to activate new I phone with no wifi

iPhone 11 Pro Max, iOS 14

Posted on Oct 2, 2021 1:24 PM

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Posted on Oct 2, 2021 1:30 PM

You will need either a Wi-Fi connection or a cellular connection to Activate your iPhone.

The other option is to use a computer that is connected to the internet. See below for instructions.

  1. Make sure that you have the latest version of macOS or the latest version of iTunes.
  2. Check that your computer has an Internet connection.
  3. With the cable that came with your iPhone, connect your iPhone to your computer. Locate your device on your computer.
  4. Wait while your computer detects and activates your iPhone: 
    • If you see an alert that shows "Set up as New" or "Restore from Backup," it means your iPhone is activated.
    • If you get an error message on your computer that says that the SIM card isn't compatible or is invalid, contact your carrier.
    • If you get an error message that says the "activation information was invalid" or "activation information could not be obtained from the device," use recovery mode to restore your iPhone.

If you still can't activate your iPhone, contact Apple Support.


Axel F.


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Oct 2, 2021 1:30 PM in response to caseyconrad

You will need either a Wi-Fi connection or a cellular connection to Activate your iPhone.

The other option is to use a computer that is connected to the internet. See below for instructions.

  1. Make sure that you have the latest version of macOS or the latest version of iTunes.
  2. Check that your computer has an Internet connection.
  3. With the cable that came with your iPhone, connect your iPhone to your computer. Locate your device on your computer.
  4. Wait while your computer detects and activates your iPhone: 
    • If you see an alert that shows "Set up as New" or "Restore from Backup," it means your iPhone is activated.
    • If you get an error message on your computer that says that the SIM card isn't compatible or is invalid, contact your carrier.
    • If you get an error message that says the "activation information was invalid" or "activation information could not be obtained from the device," use recovery mode to restore your iPhone.

If you still can't activate your iPhone, contact Apple Support.


Axel F.


How to activate new I phone with no wifi

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