HT204306: If you forgot the passcode for your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, or your device is disabled
Learn about If you forgot the passcode for your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, or your device is disabledQ: Purchased iphone 5 on craigslist i lost contact with owner restored phone and know it is i cloud locked what can i do? May i some ... Purchased iphone 5 on craigslist i lost contact with owner restored phone and know it is i cloud locked what can i do? May i some how unlock it or its a useless paperweight? more
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Sep 6, 2016 6:43 PM in response to Chags67by Carolyn Samit,If you turn on the device and you're asked for the previous owner's Apple ID and password, the device is erased but still linked to the previous owner's account.
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Sep 6, 2016 6:42 PM in response to Chags67by Allan Eckert,If you cannot longer contact owner, check with Craigslist for a refund. If you are unable to get a refund then you have a paperweight.