Unable to activate my new iPhone 12 Pro Max as update is required

my recenty bought i phone 12 pro max says unable to ACTIVATE,an update is required.PLEASE Can someone help me. Iphone wont activate,update is required



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iPhone 12 Pro Max, iOS 17

Posted on Mar 17, 2025 5:19 AM

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Posted on Apr 25, 2025 7:34 AM

You did not buy a new phone, as the 12 PM was discontinued almost 4 years ago (September 2021).


You can try updating it using a computer→Update your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support


See the section on updating with a computer.

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