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Start Iphone without Erasing Data when its shows IPHONE UNAVAILABLE

My screen has broken so I changed my screen, but when I switch on my Iphone 07plus it showing on the screen IPHONE UNAVAILABLE. Now I want to start my iphone without erasing the data.

iPhone 7 Plus

Posted on Feb 25, 2022 3:27 AM

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Posted on Feb 25, 2022 3:36 AM

There is no other way but wiping.

You can sometimes remedy this without a computer if on iOS 15.2 or later by tapping on "erase iPhone" , but you will still need the Apple ID password. It will WIPE the phone, no choice!

How to reset your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch when you forgot your passcode - Apple Support

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Start Iphone without Erasing Data when its shows IPHONE UNAVAILABLE

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