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How to track my iPhone when it’s switched off or on track current location and control phone and it’s data lock phone nobody can use only owner can use

How to track lost switched off iPhon’s current location

iPhone 8 Plus, iOS 15

Posted on Dec 27, 2021 9:37 AM

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Posted on Dec 27, 2021 9:41 AM

An iPhone 8 that’s switched off, or battery depleted, or off-line, or stripped for parts, cannot be tracked with Find My.


A lost or stolen iPhone with a robust passcode and that has been locked is as locked as it’s going to get.


Expect to receive calls claiming to be from “Apple” or the “police”, seeking your Apple ID credentials.


What Apple suggests doing ➡️ If your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch is lost or stolen - Apple Support

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Dec 27, 2021 9:41 AM in response to Bercies

An iPhone 8 that’s switched off, or battery depleted, or off-line, or stripped for parts, cannot be tracked with Find My.


A lost or stolen iPhone with a robust passcode and that has been locked is as locked as it’s going to get.


Expect to receive calls claiming to be from “Apple” or the “police”, seeking your Apple ID credentials.


What Apple suggests doing ➡️ If your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch is lost or stolen - Apple Support

How to track my iPhone when it’s switched off or on track current location and control phone and it’s data lock phone nobody can use only owner can use

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