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Can I trade in iCloud locked iPhone?
If it is locked with an Apple ID and passcode that is not yours, then no one but the original owner can use it. You can’t trade it in. Contact the seller and either get them to remove activation lock or give you a refund. Apple will not do anything for you as this is an issue between a private seller and buyer.
Can you trade in iCloud locked devices?
Yes, you can sell your locked iPhone – provided you can find a buyer. Most buyback vendors and carriers require activation lock to be disabled before they release payment. However, you can browse or search for your iPhone on Flipsy to find Trust Verified stores that will buy iCloud activation locked iPhones.
Can I trade in a locked phone?
If you’re just wanting to do a swap and get an unlocked device in exchange for your locked one then no. You would have to purchase a new one and get trade-in value for your locked one. If you owe the carrier anything, you will have to pay that off yourself and then close the account with your current carrier.
Is iCloud locked iPhone useless?
iCloud locked iPhones are usually worthless unless you sell them for parts. You can’t use them without the owner’s passcode and the owner’s Apple ID can’t be unlinked from it. A couple of ways to bypass the activation lock is phishing and scamming Apple Store employees. * An Apple Store manager can override iCloud.
What can I do with a locked iPhone?
12+ things you can do with a locked iPhone
- Wake it up.
- Make a call, send a message, and more.
- You can use Siri.
- Open Control Center.
- Use the flashlight (torch)
- Music controls.
- Check Notifications.
- Today widgets.
Is a stolen iPhone useless?
Before You Lose Your iPhone What that means is even when a thief or a third-party has your iPhone, it’s still tied to your Apple ID and can’t be used with any other account. Your iPhone can even be wiped completely and it will still be locked down, making it almost useless to anyone but you.
Can I Sell my locked iPhone?
Yes, you can sell your locked iPhone – provided you can find a buyer. Most buyback vendors and carriers require activation lock to be disabled before they release payment. However, you can browse or search for your iPhone on Flipsy to find Trust Verified stores that will buy iCloud activation locked iPhones.
Where can I buy an iCloud locked iPhone?
There are three ways to buy an iCloud Locked iPhone: Τhrough an online market such as eBay, Amazon, Craigslist, Swappa, etc. From a local store or a pawnshop.
Is the Activation Lock on an iPhone safe?
While criminals do attempt to sell locked iPhones, the Activation Lock feature has significantly reduced the number of iPhone thefts. Moreover, it’s very possible a legitimate iPhone owner could find themselves locked out of their own device. This can happen if you forget your Apple ID or password and are unable to reset them.
Can I use a paid off iPhone in the US?
These are devices that have been fully paid off, have no associated apple ID or iCloud/ Google account linked to them; and aside from any cosmetic damage, have nothing wrong with them that would prevent the phone from being activated or used anywhere in the US.