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How to exit recovery mode on iPad without a PC to do so? and if I went to apple to have them exit recovery would it cost money?

Don't have a compatible MacBook Pro to exit recovery mode on my iPad. does an apple store charge to plug it in to one of their Macs to Restore & Update it ?

Posted on Sep 14, 2023 3:01 PM

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Posted on Sep 15, 2023 6:23 AM

Presumably your iPad indicates that it must be restored:

If you see the Restore screen on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support


These support pages outline the available methods to restore an iPad - either from a backup, or to Factory Settings:

Restore your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch from a backup – Apple Support

Restore your iPhone, iPad or iPod to factory settings – Apple Support

Restore all content to iPad from a backup - Apple Support


You’ll need access to either a Windows PC (with iTunes for Windows installed) or a Mac (with iTunes or Finder - as appropriate for the installed version of macOS).

Download and use iTunes for Windows – Apple Support

Update to the latest version of iTunes – Apple Support


Use of a PC or Mac computer is unavoidable. If you don’t have access to a suitable computer of your own, that of a helpful friend or family member will suffice. Alternatively, the technicians at the Genius Bar of your local Apple Store or Apple Authorised Service Provider (AASP) will be delighted to assist.

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple


Technical assistance obtained from the Genius Bar at an official Apple Store is given entirely free of charge. It is recommended that you make an appointment prior to your visit to reduce waiting periods at busy times - and ensure that the technician will have sufficient time to spend with you.

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Sep 15, 2023 6:23 AM in response to Ifix2002

Presumably your iPad indicates that it must be restored:

If you see the Restore screen on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support


These support pages outline the available methods to restore an iPad - either from a backup, or to Factory Settings:

Restore your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch from a backup – Apple Support

Restore your iPhone, iPad or iPod to factory settings – Apple Support

Restore all content to iPad from a backup - Apple Support


You’ll need access to either a Windows PC (with iTunes for Windows installed) or a Mac (with iTunes or Finder - as appropriate for the installed version of macOS).

Download and use iTunes for Windows – Apple Support

Update to the latest version of iTunes – Apple Support


Use of a PC or Mac computer is unavoidable. If you don’t have access to a suitable computer of your own, that of a helpful friend or family member will suffice. Alternatively, the technicians at the Genius Bar of your local Apple Store or Apple Authorised Service Provider (AASP) will be delighted to assist.

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple


Technical assistance obtained from the Genius Bar at an official Apple Store is given entirely free of charge. It is recommended that you make an appointment prior to your visit to reduce waiting periods at busy times - and ensure that the technician will have sufficient time to spend with you.

How to exit recovery mode on iPad without a PC to do so? and if I went to apple to have them exit recovery would it cost money?

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