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Nareshkaswan Author

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Removing of activation lock from Apple watch

Can I pay for removing activation lock from Apple watch series 3 on near store

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Posted on Nov 28, 2022 4:26 AM

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Chattanoogan

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Posted on Nov 28, 2022 4:31 AM

Unfortunately … No.

Only the previous “locking” owner can release the lock.

The steps he/she needs to follow are outlined near the bottom of this article:

About Activation Lock on your Apple Watch - Apple Support

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