I found a iphone and trying to find and return to the owner. It is passcode protected. Any suggestions?

Posted on Jun 13, 2023 02:27 AM

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Raicya

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Posted on Jun 13, 2023 05:24 AM

The best thing to do is take it to a police station.

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Raicya

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Jun 13, 2023 05:24 AM in response to Justanotherandroiduser

The best thing to do is take it to a police station.

KiltedTim

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Jun 13, 2023 05:26 AM in response to Justanotherandroiduser

Try asking Siri who the phone belongs to.

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I found a iphone and trying to find and return to the owner. It is passcode protected. Any suggestions?

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