Apple ID required if…

It seems that when you switch from one router to another (two separate services) the Apple TV will only accept the Apple ID if connected to the original router/service. Why? It seems there is a tracking mechanism being used to verify the Apple ID can be used only on the original ISP. It’s a problem when you cannot trust the cable provider and need a 5G backup and Apple allows it.

Posted on Jan 31, 2023 11:10 AM

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Urquhart1244

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Feb 1, 2023 12:14 AM in response to LarLep

That doesn’t happen for me. I’m not prompted to enter Apple ID credentials when connecting to other networks.

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