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Cannot change Apple ID associated with AirPods Pro.

Can not change Apple ID associated with air pods pro.


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Posted on May 11, 2022 9:28 AM

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Posted on May 11, 2022 11:57 AM

Did you get them used? Activation Lock is designed to prevent anyone else from using a device if it's ever lost or stolen.


Activation Lock is an anti-theft feature that cannot be bypassed. Only the previous owner can remove the lock by using their Apple ID & password. Apple will not help you find the previous owner.


If you are the original owner, then try to reset them:

How to reset your AirPods and AirPods Pro - Apple Support


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May 11, 2022 11:57 AM in response to derral52

Did you get them used? Activation Lock is designed to prevent anyone else from using a device if it's ever lost or stolen.


Activation Lock is an anti-theft feature that cannot be bypassed. Only the previous owner can remove the lock by using their Apple ID & password. Apple will not help you find the previous owner.


If you are the original owner, then try to reset them:

How to reset your AirPods and AirPods Pro - Apple Support


Cannot change Apple ID associated with AirPods Pro.

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