Why is my phone saying inactive or device canceled

Why is my iPhone saying inactive or device cancelled

iPhone 11 Pro

Posted on May 1, 2023 2:14 AM

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Posted on May 1, 2023 2:19 AM

If you see an iPhone or iPad unavailable message or "Security Lockout" screen


If you forgot your passcode, you can use your Apple ID and password to erase and reset your device without a computer.


Learn what to do if you see "[Device] unavailable" or "Security Lockout" on your iPhone or iPad.)



iPhone is disabled.


Following this process is the only way out if your iPhone is disabled. The steps given in this link will help you reset the passcode -> If you forgot the passcode for your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, or your ...



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May 1, 2023 2:19 AM in response to alfreda863

If you see an iPhone or iPad unavailable message or "Security Lockout" screen


If you forgot your passcode, you can use your Apple ID and password to erase and reset your device without a computer.


Learn what to do if you see "[Device] unavailable" or "Security Lockout" on your iPhone or iPad.)



iPhone is disabled.


Following this process is the only way out if your iPhone is disabled. The steps given in this link will help you reset the passcode -> If you forgot the passcode for your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, or your ...



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