My dears, I was hacked by scammers via icloud when I wanted to sell my iPhone 13, now the phone is like a brick, I left several requests for apple support, no action, what should I do?

My dears, I was hacked by scammers via icloud when I wanted to sell my iPhone 13, now the phone is like a brick, I left several requests for apple support, no action, what should I do?

iPhone 13, iOS 17

Posted on Nov 10, 2023 1:28 AM

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Posted on Nov 10, 2023 1:52 AM

Have they logged in on the iPhone and turned on activation lock with their credentials? If you have valid proof of purchase information and you're the original owner of the iPhone you can try and start an activation lock request

How to remove Activation Lock - Apple Support


Also make sure to report this happening to local law enforcement

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Nov 10, 2023 1:52 AM in response to aliby177

Have they logged in on the iPhone and turned on activation lock with their credentials? If you have valid proof of purchase information and you're the original owner of the iPhone you can try and start an activation lock request

How to remove Activation Lock - Apple Support


Also make sure to report this happening to local law enforcement

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My dears, I was hacked by scammers via icloud when I wanted to sell my iPhone 13, now the phone is like a brick, I left several requests for apple support, no action, what should I do?

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