Took 2 iPhone 4Ss to a rural community in South Africa. Both iPhones had good battery life, but new owners couldn't create an Apple ID. I realise that functionality would be reduced given their age but didnt know they would be completely useless. Any help to give these iPhones life would be welcome
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Apple ID and Activation Lock
iCloud uses Apple ID credentials.
If you do not remember the Apple ID Password then follow the steps given in this Apple Article -> If you forgot your Apple ID password - Apple Support
If you do not remember the Apple ID then follow the steps given in this Apple Article -> If you forgot your Apple ID - Apple Support
If you are the owner or the owner has shared all information with you then to open Activation Lock:- If it is Activation locked, read here --> Turn off Activation Lock - Apple Support Activation Lock for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support
Learn how to remove a device from a previous owner's account.
If you are not the owner and do not have the Apple ID and Password then there is no way that you can get into this iPhone unless the original owner shares the Apple ID and password with you. If you are lucky you can get into this iPhone if they (owner) accidentally remove the device from their Apple ID.
Create your Apple ID on the web
Thanks again. I've forwarded this onto the new owners. I wish I'd found this when I was in Africa. I am now home in the UK.
How to activate older iPhone 4S
