iPad has lost mode activated but also has airplane mode turned on, is there anyway to unlock the iPad without reset/erase

iPad has lost mode activated but also has airplane mode turned on, is there anyway to unlock the iPad without reset/erase,


If there is some trick to turn off the airplane mode that would solve everything, tried alot of things and dont know what more to test

  • tested to connect directly with ethernet, not worked
  • tired a a SIM card with no code, not worked
  • restarted many times

Posted on Nov 10, 2023 5:07 AM

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Posted on Nov 10, 2023 6:27 AM

Unless the iPad has an active WiFi or Cellular network connection, remote management of an iPad in Lost Mode is not possible.


Unless you can successfully unlock the iPad with the correct Passcode, you will not be able to change any device settings - such as Airplane mode.


As such, assuming that the iPad is in your possession, your only option will be to perform a factory restore - and then satisfy the Activation Lock.

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


Here are the Apple support pages that outline the Activation Lock - and the only mechanisms by which it can be satisfied:

Activation Lock for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support

Turn off Activation Lock – Apple Support


As you will discover, unless you are the owner of the AppleID that was last used to activate the device, you’ll not be able to defeat or bypass the Activation Lock. With documentary evidence that you are the original owner (such as sales receipt showing the serial number), Apple may be prepared to assist - otherwise they and nobody here will be able to help you.


If you have the necessary documentation, Apple have recently introduced a new portal though which you may be able to request release of an Activation Lock:

How to remove Activation Lock - Apple Support & start an Activation Lock support request.


However, recovery of the AppleID credentials should be possible…


If you have forgotten your AppleID or associated password, these can be recovered here:

https://iforgot.apple.com/


To recover your credentials, you’ll need access to any one of the following:

  • Your primary email address mailbox that corresponds with your AppleID
  • Any of the secondary/recovery email addresses that should be configured for your AppleID account
  • Any of the trusted telephone numbers (fixed line or Cellular/Mobile) that are associated with your AppleID



More information about recovery of your AppleID and associated Password:

If you forgot your Apple ID - Apple Support

If you forgot your Apple ID password - Apple Support



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Nov 10, 2023 6:27 AM in response to preben02

Unless the iPad has an active WiFi or Cellular network connection, remote management of an iPad in Lost Mode is not possible.


Unless you can successfully unlock the iPad with the correct Passcode, you will not be able to change any device settings - such as Airplane mode.


As such, assuming that the iPad is in your possession, your only option will be to perform a factory restore - and then satisfy the Activation Lock.

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


Here are the Apple support pages that outline the Activation Lock - and the only mechanisms by which it can be satisfied:

Activation Lock for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support

Turn off Activation Lock – Apple Support


As you will discover, unless you are the owner of the AppleID that was last used to activate the device, you’ll not be able to defeat or bypass the Activation Lock. With documentary evidence that you are the original owner (such as sales receipt showing the serial number), Apple may be prepared to assist - otherwise they and nobody here will be able to help you.


If you have the necessary documentation, Apple have recently introduced a new portal though which you may be able to request release of an Activation Lock:

How to remove Activation Lock - Apple Support & start an Activation Lock support request.


However, recovery of the AppleID credentials should be possible…


If you have forgotten your AppleID or associated password, these can be recovered here:

https://iforgot.apple.com/


To recover your credentials, you’ll need access to any one of the following:

  • Your primary email address mailbox that corresponds with your AppleID
  • Any of the secondary/recovery email addresses that should be configured for your AppleID account
  • Any of the trusted telephone numbers (fixed line or Cellular/Mobile) that are associated with your AppleID



More information about recovery of your AppleID and associated Password:

If you forgot your Apple ID - Apple Support

If you forgot your Apple ID password - Apple Support



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