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Bought an iPad but they don’t have the iCloud account the iPad came with

Bought an. iPad from someone and they do t have the original owner I cloud Information

iPad Air Wi-Fi, Cellular

Posted on Jun 27, 2022 12:40 AM

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If the iPad is Activation Locked, not even Apple can/will open it without the ORIGINAL proof of purchase. Return the device and get your money back if you can, as the device is useless to you. If not, you can recycle the device at any Apple Store.


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Posted on Jun 27, 2022 12:48 AM

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Jun 27, 2022 12:48 AM in response to Ashleyredd602

If the iPad is Activation Locked, not even Apple can/will open it without the ORIGINAL proof of purchase. Return the device and get your money back if you can, as the device is useless to you. If not, you can recycle the device at any Apple Store.


The All Too Common SAD Reality of Buying … - Apple Community



Bought an iPad but they don’t have the iCloud account the iPad came with

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