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unable to activate

I want to give my old phone out, so I reset it. I am trying to set it up for the person but is saying "Unable to activate"

iPhone X

Posted on Mar 28, 2023 10:56 AM

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Posted on Mar 28, 2023 11:30 AM

I want to give my old phone out


See -> this Apple article: What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch

What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support


Then remove the iPhone from your account, see t-> Check your Apple ID device list to see where you're signed in

Check your Apple ID device list to find where you're signed in - Apple Support

 

Then the 'new owner' can sign in with his/her own Apple ID.

 

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Mar 28, 2023 11:30 AM in response to chidiogo97

I want to give my old phone out


See -> this Apple article: What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch

What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support


Then remove the iPhone from your account, see t-> Check your Apple ID device list to see where you're signed in

Check your Apple ID device list to find where you're signed in - Apple Support

 

Then the 'new owner' can sign in with his/her own Apple ID.

 

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