Trying to activate my iphone

Removing the activation lock off my phone

iPhone XS

Posted on May 28, 2022 4:11 AM

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Chattanoogan

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Posted on May 28, 2022 4:20 AM

Activation Lock is an anti-theft mechanism set by a prior owner of the phone.

Until THAT owner releases the lock, the phone will remain unusable.

See how to release the lock in this article:

How to remove Activation Lock - Apple Support

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Chattanoogan

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May 28, 2022 4:20 AM in response to sammie70

Activation Lock is an anti-theft mechanism set by a prior owner of the phone.

Until THAT owner releases the lock, the phone will remain unusable.

See how to release the lock in this article:

How to remove Activation Lock - Apple Support

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