I've restored manufacture settings on my iphone 4, but never updated the software. How do I unlock it now?
I received my upgraded phone, so restored my manufacture settings on my old iphone 4 so that I could sell it. I never updated the software on the iphone 4. The phone is now locked and just informs me to plug into itunes or make emergency call. When I plug into itunes nothing happens. How do i unlock it??
Hello macks87,
After reviewing your post, I have located an article that can help in this situation. It contains helpful advice concerning Activation Lock which may be the reason you're having issues:
iCloud: Activation Lock
http://support.apple.com/kb/PH13695
Thank you for contributing to Apple Support Communities.
Cheers,
BobbyD
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Hello macks87,
After reviewing your post, I have located an article that can help in this situation. It contains helpful advice concerning Activation Lock which may be the reason you're having issues:
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Thank you for contributing to Apple Support Communities.
Cheers,
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