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My iphone id is locked from the owner how to unlock the id

My iphone id is locked from the owner how to unlock the id

Posted on Dec 4, 2023 4:53 PM

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Posted on Dec 4, 2023 4:59 PM

You cannot unlock that iPhone without the cooperation of the previous owner, period. It is completely useless to you and you should either try to get your money back or recycle it properly.


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