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📰 News9 March 2026·2 min read·

iPhone Activation Lock Explained: How to Unlock a Device Tied to an Owner

Source: it-news-africa

Apple's Activation Lock feature prevents unauthorised use of iPhones, iPads, and iPod touch devices that are lost or stolen, often surfacing as an 'iPhone Locked to Owner' screen on second-hand devices. Users who purchase pre-owned iPhones may encounter this lock if the previous owner did not properly sign out of their Apple ID. Unlocking the device typically requires the original owner's Apple ID credentials, with limited options available with or without a computer.

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