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What do I do if I purchased a phone and trying to set it up, it states it has been reported lost or stolen? How can I use it?

How can I use a phone I purchased online that says it’s reported lost?

iPhone 12 Pro

Posted on May 14, 2022 3:58 PM

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Posted on May 14, 2022 7:00 PM

Check this link...

https://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-250001038

You can recycle it at any Apple Store.

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What do I do if I purchased a phone and trying to set it up, it states it has been reported lost or stolen? How can I use it?

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