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i reseted my phone

i reset my phone and this was second handed to me and i forgot who gave ti


iPhone 13, iOS 16

Posted on Sep 23, 2023 7:34 PM

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You have run into Activation Lock, a theft deterrent that cannot be bypassed. I you cannot remember who gave you this phone you are simply out of luck and will never be able to use it. Please properly recycle the device.

Posted on Sep 23, 2023 7:39 PM

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Sep 23, 2023 8:12 PM in response to jdjdjjr

jdjdjjr Said:

"i reseted my phone: i reset my phone and this was second handed to me and i forgot who gave ti"

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Getting Into a Locked Device:



Where was this Purchased?

  • Web Site?:

If this was purchased off of a Web site (i.e. eBay), then contact the site, seeing if the seller can be held accountable, and if you can get your money back.


  • Personal Sale?:

If this was purchased in-person somehow, then take it up with that person.  Request a Refund: Seems you've been scammed, though a full-assumption on my part. So, ask the seller for a return . This is the site they should have used prior to selling it to you: What to do Before you Sell, Give Away, or Trade in your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support. The seller should have known better.

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