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Erase activation lock

I bought a iphone 7plus. But it has a activation lock. Is there any way around this?

Posted on Dec 28, 2020 11:14 AM

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Posted on Dec 28, 2020 11:35 AM

Only the previous owner can remove the lock. If you cannot reach this person, you will not be able to use the phone.


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Erase activation lock

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