So I bought an iPod touch 5th generation about a year ago now and recently I was having some glitches so I factory restored it. During the activation process it says "This iPod is currently link to an Apple ID (f*****@gmail.com)) however I use a
If you're the device's original owner, take the device and its original purchase receipt to a physical Apple Store.
If not, but you're able to contact the person who set the lock, send them this link and tell them to follow its instructions.
If neither of the above applies, you can't activate the device but may be able to get it refunded. Apple won't remove the lock for anyone other than the original owner(assuming they're alive.)
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HI. You have to activate your iPod using the Apple ID by the first time for activating. Or if you bought the iPod as a second-hand device, you should ask the owner to get the password and unbond it.
Regards,
Anson
iPod Activation, Old apple account?
