Activation Error

I didn’t ask about Wi-Fi. I asked if it says “no service” or “searching”.

But I just read your original post again, and noted that you said it is an iPhone 4. No US carrier networks support the iPhone 4 any more, as they have shut down their networks that the iPhone 4 used. And carriers in most of the world are following suit.

To get going, you will need the Apple ID and Password for the person who originally set up the iPhone 4. Do you have this? If yes, you can proceed to the next step below.

How to remove Activation Lock - Apple SupportOfficial Apple Support › en-us

Do you see No Service or Searching at the top of the screen? If so, this is the problem that must first be solved.

Lawrence Finch was asking about the cellular connection, I believe.