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my kids enter multiple times the wrong passcode now showing iphone unavialble . i know the passcode

After multiple incorrect attempts to enter the password by my kids, my iPhone 13 Pro Max is now showing "iPhone unavailable." However, I have the correct passcode and Apple ID. Please assist me in unlocking the device.

iPhone 13 Pro Max, iOS 16

Posted on Sep 5, 2023 9:22 AM

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Posted on Sep 5, 2023 9:25 AM

Sorry, once it becomes unavailable, you will need to reset the phone. You can restore your data if you made backups.


If you forgot the passcode on your iPhone, or your iPhone is disabled or unavailable -


Click on the link for instructions on how to reset your passcode without a computer if you have iOS 15.2 or higher.

If you see an iPhone or iPad unavailable message or Security Lockout screen - Apple Support


Click on the link for instructions on how to reset your passcode using a computer.

If you forgot your iPhone passcode - Apple Support



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Sep 5, 2023 9:25 AM in response to shajeerpk

Sorry, once it becomes unavailable, you will need to reset the phone. You can restore your data if you made backups.


If you forgot the passcode on your iPhone, or your iPhone is disabled or unavailable -


Click on the link for instructions on how to reset your passcode without a computer if you have iOS 15.2 or higher.

If you see an iPhone or iPad unavailable message or Security Lockout screen - Apple Support


Click on the link for instructions on how to reset your passcode using a computer.

If you forgot your iPhone passcode - Apple Support



my kids enter multiple times the wrong passcode now showing iphone unavialble . i know the passcode

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