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i bought a second hand apple watch but that watch is still paired with the previous owner's apple id which i dont know. how can i pair it with my own phone

i bought a second hand apple watch but that watch is still paired with the previous owner's apple id which i dont know. how can i pair it with my own phone

Posted on Aug 18, 2021 10:18 AM

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Posted on Aug 18, 2021 10:45 AM

You can't pair it until the previous owner removes the activation lock.


Make sure that the previous owner follows the steps in the link below.

With out that your watch is useless to you.


What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your Apple Watch, or buy one from someone else


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i bought a second hand apple watch but that watch is still paired with the previous owner's apple id which i dont know. how can i pair it with my own phone

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