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naay48 Author

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Why does my phone say iPhone unavailable

iPhone SE

Posted on Nov 5, 2022 12:31 PM

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LD150

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Posted on Nov 5, 2022 12:41 PM

Somebody entered the wrong passcode too many times

iPhone Disabled, Unavailable, Security Lockout,

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 remove your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch passcode without a computer - Apple Support

video

https://youtu.be/7s8-zLG9ySQ

ios 15.1 and earlier:

If you've forgotten your iPhone passcode – Apple Support (UK)

To prevent it opening in your pocket or purse and disabling the phone you can turn off Raise to Wake in Settings, Display & Brightness and turn off Tap to Wake in Settings, Accessibility, Touch

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