Q: How can I bypass the previous owners password on my iPad?

atqooh wrote:

 

... and apple force me to buy a new ipad 2 wifi again (350 USD)

 

If Apple does not have an office in your country, then when did Apple call you from outside your country and tell you that "We're forcing you to buy another iPad 2!"

OR ... are you telling me that it was this CROOK, inside your country that told you that?

 

i had money and i can buy everything i need but i don't like deceitfully companies.

 

Since Apple is not in your country, you haven't shown me, so far, that Apple did anything to you. It appears that the "deceitful" person is the CROOK that you are dealing with inside your own country.

I am one of the "Idiots" that bought a used ipad from a local (dare I say it?) pawn shop.  Now, I have two other iPad's I bought "ethically" in previous years.  But, one Apple went rotten and since my husband had all his stuff on the working one, I took the used one.  The person that pawned it was nice enough to leave the 4 digit code, but probably did not know to unlink it from icloud.  Now, this is more then likely a soldier (I live near Fort Polk) and no where to be found (Phone disconnected). I have the receipt to prove it was a legitimate purchase and the persons name who previously owned it.  The iPad has NOT reported itself stolen or lost.  While I appreciate the idea behind icloud lock, I made a legal purchase of an Apple product.  I've spent $1200.00 on iPads, owned an iPhone, and spent more then I care to admit at the Apple app store.  Since I am moving myself, I couldn't afford a new one so I figured, buy this used one and give it to my son when I'm ready to buy a new one.  But, I suppose it was idiotic thinking. 

Now, I am stuck with a worthless iPad according to Apple.  AND deserve what I got according to some of you.  Well, it's all good...I sleep good at night because I've done NOTHING wrong.  All I really want to ask the unsympathic, name calling, and down right rude people that have responded to someone like me with this problem...does your nose bleed so high up on that pedestal?

Good day!

Anita Nugent

If you have the receipt then return it for a refund.

Cheers

Pete

Well, I just bought it Friday and drove to Marshall, Tx to visit my mom.  I did not realize until after the shop closed it was locked up tight.  Tomorrow, Monday morning, my husband is going to talk to him about this problem.  But, there was not a warranty from the shop and it states "as is" and "All sales final on electronics".  As I said, all I checked for is the 4 digit screen code which the previous owner supplied to the shop owner.  Every thing worked and I had the screen code...I was pleased.  I just didn't think about the icloud link.  And honestly, I use it on my other device including the one that broke.  Oh well, live and learn I suppose. 

This will not work not a chance whe APPLE ID AND PASSWORD ARE UNKNOWEN YOU NEED THE OWNER OF IPAD OR ITS A NICE PAPER WEIGHT. CHEERS BRIAN IAM SELLING AN IPAD 4th GENERATION I HAVE JUST TURNED OFF FIND MY IPAD AND RETURNED IPAD BACK TO FACTORY SETTINGS THAT WILL SET UP HAS A NEW IPAD FOR BUYER.

anita.nugent wrote:

 

I am one of the "Idiots" that bought a used ipad from a local (dare I say it?) pawn shop. 

 

It's t's not so much how or where you bought it or under what circumstances you bought it ... but it's about checking certain things out BEFORE you buy it. That's the key thing here.

And for that, there are several Apple Support documents regarding that issue ...

iOS: Forgot Passcode or Device Disabled

http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1212

iOS Passcodes

http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4113

Find My iPhone Activation Lock: Removing a Device from a Previous Owner's Account

http://support.apple.com/kb/ts4515

Apple release Tool to check the Activation Lock Status of iOS Devices

http://www.idownloadblog.com/2014/10/01/activation-lock-status-check/

What to do before Selling or Giving Away your iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch

http://support.apple.com/kb/ht5661

anita.nugent wrote:

 

But, there was not a warranty from the shop and it states "as is" and "All sales final on electronics". 

I think you would have a pretty good claim against them if you took them to the Office Of Fair Trading or the equivalent in your country. I would put a case forward that if the Seller was not aware of the iPad being needed to be returned to Factory Settings, then did the Seller also make any enquiries as to whether or not the device was in fact stolen.  I would certainly put the case to the Seller and let him know you are not prepared to be deceived.

Pete

Good luck with that at a Pawn Shop ... :-) ... you just don't get any kind of guarantees, of any kind ... past the point of what you can do or see when you're standing at the counter and have the merchandise in your hand. That's going nowhere.

You'll get the same results and "oversight" buying at a Pawn Shop as you would buying at a neighborhood garage sale ... that is ... absolutely no oversight at all.

That would depend on the Pawn Shop. Some are Chain Stores and take these matters very seriously, especially if there is any likelihood or indication that the item may have in fact been stolen when they acquired it. Depends on what country the Poster lives in. Depends on State Laws. Depends on a number of factors. I know that I would never just 'let a matter rest' such as this, and I realistically doubt that you would either.

Pete

No, I wouldn't let the issue rest, but I would say that when I got it from a legitimate retailer.

I don't think of Pawn Shops as "legitimate", and so I basically wouldn't deal with them in the first place. I mean ... I wouldn't buy an iPad at a second-hand store, a Goodwill store or a garage sale or a pawn shop ... and I've got some big questions about getting it from Ebay or Craigs List ... I just don't consider those kinds of places good or safe. That's just me, as I know I'll hear from someone who will tell me what a good deal they got from Craigs List or a garage sale, or what they found at a Pawn Shop ... etc. and etc ... :-) ...

I also don't reply to Internet links that say I've just won an iPad, either ... LOL ...

Hi Anita,

Just so you know, for future reference, whenever you purchase a 2nd-hand Apple device, do the following to ensure that it is not Activation Locked before purchasing:

How do I check for Activation Lock before purchasing a used device?

When purchasing an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch from someone other than Apple or an authorized Apple reseller, it is up to you to ensure that the device has been erased and is no longer linked to the previous owner’s account.

You can check the current Activation Lock status of a device by visiting icloud.com/activationlock from any Mac or PC.

Or you can follow the steps below to make sure that you can use the device you purchase:

1. Turn the device on and slide to unlock.
2. If the passcode lock screen or the Home screen appears, the device hasn't been erased. Ask the seller to completely erase the device by going to Settings > General > Reset > Erase All Content and Settings. Don't take ownership of any used iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch until it's been erased.
3. Begin the device setup process.
4. After choosing a language, choosing a country, and connecting to a network, the device will begin activation. If you're asked for the previous owner’s Apple ID and password, the device is still linked to their account. Hand the device back to the seller and ask them to enter their password. If the previous owner isn't present, they can remove the device from their account by signing in to icloud.com/find. Don't take ownership of any used iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch until it has been removed from the previous owner’s account.

You will know that a device is ready for you to use when you're asked to “Set up your iPhone," “Set up your iPad," or “Set up your iPod” during the device setup process.

Here is the link with all the info FYI:

Find My iPhone Activation Lock

Best of luck,

GB

To bypass the password, just hold down the power and home button until the device turns off. Keep holding it until you see a "connect to iTunes" picture. Then, plug the iPad into the computer and restore it. There you go! This also works for iPhone and iPod.

wd22900 wrote:

 

To bypass the password, just hold down the power and home button until the device turns off. Keep holding it until you see a "connect to iTunes" picture. Then, plug the iPad into the computer and restore it. There you go! This also works for iPhone and iPod.

This will not bypass the activation lock on any iOS device.

wd22900 wrote:

 

To bypass the password, just hold down the power and home button until the device turns off. Keep holding it until you see a "connect to iTunes" picture. Then, plug the iPad into the computer and restore it. There you go! This also works for iPhone and iPod.

As Meg pointed out. That will not work.

wd22900 wrote:

 

To bypass the password ...

You're confusing the Passcode with the Activation Lock. Don't get the two mixed up ...

iOS: Forgot Passcode or Device Disabled

http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1212

iOS Passcodes

http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4113

Find My iPhone, iPad, iPod a Touch or Mac

https://www.apple.com/support/icloud/find-my-device/

Find My iPhone Activation Lock

http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5818

Find My iPhone Activation Lock: Removing a Device from a Previous Owner's Account

http://support.apple.com/kb/ts4515

Apple release Tool to check the Activation Lock Status of iOS Devices

http://www.idownloadblog.com/2014/10/01/activation-lock-status-check/