Iphone 5 Apple ID lock

I want to buy an iphone 5 but they are just to expensive and I found one on eBay and the seller wants $250 for it but the phone has one flaw, is locked it needs he previous owners apple id and I want to know if there is any way I can around that ?

nope, more likely the phone had been stolen

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    Hi
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    In a recent Court Case in the US, the Courts found in favour of Apple over the inheritor of an iPad from a deceased relative. I know that does not help you, but may put Apple's Security in some perspective for you.
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    Ipad Stolen- should I lock it or erase it?  Also, if uphone shares same apple ID, will the iphone also become locked or erased?
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    It prevents a thief from accessing your software and data, but unless it has iOS 7 installed it will not prevent the thief from erasing and restoring it for his/her own use.
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  • My iphone 5 was locked by apple? How to cover it ?

    My iphone 5 was locked by apple? How to cover it ?

    Cd182 wrote:
    My iphone 5 was locked by apple? How to cover it ?
    I use an Otterbox, myself, but there are lots of good cases out there.

  • HT5661 my iphone now was locked need activation from icloud account  and my apple id & email has hacked what can i do ?

    my iphone now was locked need activation from icloud account  and my apple id & email has hacked what can i do ?

    Welcome to the Apple Community.
    Take it to an Apple Store.

  • My iphone 6 activation lock.  now my apple id sing in.. but  no  unlock this my phone ...   how to any way

    my iphone 6 activation lock.  now my apple id sing in.. but  no  unlock this my phone ...   how to any way
    <Edited By Host>

    Are you the first owner of this phone, or did you buy a previously used phone?
    Is the Apple ID that the phone is locked to your ID, or somebody else's ID?

  • Once back from Apple repair, is my iPhone 5 still locked to my Apple ID?

    Once back from Apple repair (sleep/wake button replacement), is my iPhone 5 still locked to my Apple ID?  I have a 6 now and I want to sell my 5, but I don't want to sell it before knowing whether or not it is locked to my Apple ID and can't be used by a new user.  Thanks. 

    How do you not know if you're using your own Apple ID on the device?
    If you're wanting to erase it completely and sell it, then read this: [What to do before selling or giving away your iPhone, iPad ...]

  • My iphone 4 is locked on a black screen with apple symbol and loading sign since last night, how do i fix this?

    my iphone 4 is locked on black screen with apple symbol and loading symbol since last night

    You need to restore the iOS using iTunes. Place the device into Recovery Mode and Restore the device
    Read here for instruction > http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1808

  • HT5554 How can I tell if an iPhone 5 is locked to a network ( without having to try different network sims)

    How can I tell if an iPhone 5 is locked to a network - without having to try different sims from different networks?

    you can't.  If you really want to know, call Apple Care.

  • After 04 months of purchase of iphone 5 the lock button is too hard. At times its not working at all. The phone has been purchased in USA now I'm not getting service in India. After all whats the point in spending so much amount without any service.

    After 04 months of purchase of iphone 5 the lock button is too hard. At times its not working at all. The phone has been purchased in USA now I'm not getting service in India. After all whats the point in spending so much amount without any service.

    The warranty says that Apple may restrict service of an iPhone to the country of sale, and any reliable salesperson will tell you that if you tell them that you plan to use the iPhone in another country. Such service restrictions are common with cellphones and are by no means limited to Apple's phones.
    Sorry, but if your iPhone requires service, you will need to send it to someone you know in the US who can get it serviced and then send it back to you.
    Regards.

  • I've lost my iphone with passcode lock and find my iphone lock on but the wifi n cellular data was turned off so no way i can trace it so the only question remains is will the person who finds it be able to unlock it and use it as his own ?

    i've lost my iphone with passcode lock and find my iphone lock on but the wifi n cellular data was turned off so no way i can trace it so the only question remains is will the person who finds it be able to unlock it and use it as his own ?
    is it possible to change imei number?
    i've tried for so many times n still the phone is offline so i've set it to offline mode with my message but it never shows the last location why?

    If the device is found, nobody can use it without knowing your Apple ID and password.
    The phone will only show it's location if it is connected to cellular network or Wi-Fi. If those options are switched off, you can't locate the phone.
    With iOS 7, Find My iPhone includes a new feature called Activation Lock, which is designed to prevent anyone else from using your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch if you ever lose it. It starts working the moment you turn on Find My iPhone in iOS 7. With Activation Lock, your Apple ID and password will be required before anyone can:
    Turn off Find My iPhone on your device
    Erase your device
    Reactivate and use your device
    This can help you keep your device secure, even if it is in the wrong hands, and can improve your chances of recovering it. Even if you erase your device remotely, Activation Lock can continue to deter anyone from reactivating your device without your permission. All you need to do is keep Find My iPhone turned on, andremember your Apple ID and password.
    What steps should I take if I misplace my device?
    If you ever misplace your device—whether it’s just lost or you think it may have been stolen—you should put it into Lost Mode immediately using Find My iPhone.
    Lost Mode locks your screen with a four-digit passcode and lets you display a custom message with your phone number to help you get it back. You can also remotely erase your device if needed, and your custom message will continue to display even after the device is erased.
    While Activation Lock works in the background to make it more difficult for someone to use or sell your missing device, Lost Mode clearly indicates to anyone who finds your device that it still belongs to you and can’t be reactivated without your password.
    To put a device into Lost Mode, sign in to icloud.com/find from a Mac or PC or use the Find My iPhone iOS app.
    For more information, read what to do if your device is lost or stolen.
    copied from iCloud: Find My iPhone Activation Lock in iOS 7

  • How do I know if my iPhone 4s is locked?

    Is there a way to tell if your iPhone 4S is locked or not? I bought it at the Apple store when it first came out.

    What did you buy? Did you ask for an unlocked device? Did you purchase a device with a cell phone plan? Who are you paying your cell phone bill to?

  • My iphone 4s is locked it shows connect to itunes

    my iphone 4s is locked it shows connect to itunes what do i need to do without needing a restone
    n.b:i have itunes version 11.0.1.12 pleease help

    Let me guess:
    You have entered the wrong passcode more around 10 times?
    http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1212
    See the link provided.
    You will have to reset the phone via iTunes. Open up iTunes on PC, then connect one end of the cable to the PC. On your phone, press the home button and at the same time put in the other end if the cable.
    It will load factory settings.

  • HT4623 iPhone apple logo goes on and off and is unresponsive

    iPhone apple logo goes on and off and is unresponsive

    It needs to be dried out. Stop using it.. don't turn it on. Put it in a zip lock bag with some rice or one of those packets of dessicant for a day or two. That might do it.
    i
    (And stop taking it into the sauna... or swimming)

  • Sir i have a problem with iphone its factory locked how to unlock

    sir i have a problem with iphone its factory locked how to unlock

    You have asked this question 3 times. Each time the answer being the same. ONLY, the original cellular provider can unlock the phone. However, if the phone has been previously hacked to provide unlocking, the fact that you have updated it has now re locked it. It is possible that it might never be ale to be properly unlocked.
    https://discussions.apple.com/message/22282979#22282979

  • After updating my Iphone 5 my lock button isnt working well .... Need help please ..

    After updating my Iphone 5 my lock button isnt working well .... Need help please ..

    First, read here:
    https://ssl.apple.com/support/iphone5-sleepwakebutton/
    See if your phone is affected.

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