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kaniyha Author

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How to finish setting up my Apple Watch if I forgot old Apple ID password?

Posted on Jul 21, 2023 11:23 PM

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Rudegar

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Posted on Jul 22, 2023 1:58 AM

try If you have forgotten your Apple ID password – Apple Support (UK)

activation lock is not a thing on the watch it's a theft protection on apples servers

it needs to be removed About Activation Lock on your Apple Watch - Apple Support

if you don't know your appleID password If you have forgotten your Apple ID password – Apple Support (UK)

then you will need the assistance of apple Activation Lock - Support (apple.com)

and or Apple Support

And or Contact - Official Apple Support

and or Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple

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