Well, the logic is generally understandable, like on an iPhone without a password, and so it’s clear that fmi off or you can do a reset, such as to reduce the turnover of “incomprehensible” handsets with passwords (because according to the Cupertino people, everything that is password-lost / stolen ). Those. now, when buying such a phone, a person, in order to find out the status of fmi, must flash it through dfu, and the owner’s information will no longer be reflected on the flashed phone (if the owner indicates it via iCloud when the phone is lost). What is it for? Let's just say that the craftsmen would not use the data to their advantage.
They did not take into account only one point: people who want to buy a phone, calling up in advance, ask to send them imei, so as not to just ride to view the phone, if it suddenly turns out that fmi is turned on on it.
Well, however, there are enough third-party services, where the status of the phone, warranty, etc., can be checked for free.
@hofc , Another "brain break" masterpiece, every sentence is simply not translatable into Russian and defies logic. I think no one here understood what you wrote, including yourself))) WHAT IS YOUR LOGIC ???
In order, you write:
“like on an iPhone without a password and it’s clear that fmi is off”
– what is the connection between the absence of a password and fmi ??? It is possible to have a password and not have fmi, and vice versa, to have fmi and not have a password.
(to explain, "fmi" is "find my iphone")
Let's go Next:
"Those. now, when buying such a phone, a person, in order to find out the status of fmi, must flash it through dfu "
What does "now" mean? Now after reset via dfu? Or has the person already bought with a reset dfu? Why then again “flash through dfu”?
And why even flash something on a purchased phone without a password? Or did he buy it password-protected? why not just try to sign up for iCloud from your phone and if it doesn't work, then the phone is already linked. Or call the service, as you yourself write below ....
And so the gap and turbidity in every sentence. How do people understand you?
@James404 , those who need to understand. Don't be smart. You yourself wrote God knows what and think that you understand the issue. I will explain for those who are on the armored train (namely for you):
1. The page with the fmi (find my iphone) check was closed not because iPhones are “hacked” through it, it was written already utter nonsense, because nothing can be hacked through the page.
2. What you cited as an example of a video, this “news” has been at least 3-4 years old, I have been using the programmer since 2013.
3. The page for checking fmi does not give any benefit to “hackers”, because the new serial is generated by the application for the programmer, and on the page you could stupidly look at the new serial already locked or not.
Well, what did O_o close the page and what changes from this ???
Serials are both generated and generated, and you can check a new serial in a thousand and one other places. Damn problem..
The site picked up this news here, and you are flooded with the fact that you think that America was discovered. Those who are in the subject laugh at what is written here ..
If you are interested, study this question better and not from the videos on YouTube, but in practice, in order to really understand what it is all about. If you really want to know, contact me in a personal (I don’t know how to do it here, but nevertheless you can probably think of something) and I will explain to you in detail the situation and the nuances of all these cases, but what they write here - Kindergarten and comments are the same.
Not so long ago, checking the status of iPhone or iPad activation lock could be removed by knowing or mobile device. The web service provided this opportunity. Apple which is currently discontinued.
However, the described method is far from the only one. You can check the status of activation lock on an iPhone or iPad in other ways, namely:
- look into the settings of the mobile device;
- via iCloud
- through the Find My iPhone app.
Check Activation Lock status via iCloud, Find My iPhone app
You can use Find My iPhone through the Find My iPhone app or the web app. Below we will consider how to work with a web application, although the same can be done with the program by first downloading it from the App Store.This method The good thing is that you can check the status of activation lock not only from a mobile device, but also remotely, from any computer with Internet access.
So, open a browser, go to icloud.com, enter the Apple ID of the device being checked and the password for it. Then, on the page that opens, look for the Find My iPhone icon and launch the web application.
Expand the All Devices menu. If in the drop-down list you found a checkable mobile device- it means that the Find My iPhone function is activated on it, and with it the activation lock.
If you did not find an answer to your question or something did not work out for you, and there is no suitable solution in the comment below, ask a question through our . It's fast, simple, convenient and doesn't require registration. You will find answers to your and other questions in the section.
(Activation Lock), first introduced in iOS 7, is a very effective addition to Find My iPhone. Thanks to it, the owner of the device can not only track the lost or stolen device, but also block it remotely. However, there is also a reverse side of the coin.
Indeed, after the release of iOS 7, a number of US police departments and European countries about a significant reduction in theft rate Apple devices, which cannot but rejoice. However, a new type of scammers have emerged that use activation lock for extortion. Simply put, they entered the used device market by offering used iPhones at tempting prices, and then remotely locked smartphones, demanding an additional fee to turn off Find My iPhone. (Activation lock). Moreover, another type of fraud has arisen - for a relatively small advance payment, some "hackers" offer to remotely unlock any Apple device.
To avoid becoming a victim of hackers when buying a used iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch, you need to make sure that the function Find iPhone on the this device disabled.
At the beginning of 2017, a convenient section for checking Activation Lock for iOS devices disappeared from the Apple website. The goal was good (the fight against cybercrime), but the life of ordinary users was ruined decently. How now to check if the iPhone you want to buy on Avito would have been stolen or not?
As it turned out, not everything is so bad - there is a workaround. All you need is IMEI or serial number iPhone or iPad, as well as access to the website of those Apple support.
How to Check iPhone or iPad Linked to iCloud (Activation Lock Status)
This instruction does not require an Apple ID! The method works from any country in the world.
1 . Unfortunately, the capabilities of the Russian Apple support site do not allow you to determine the binding to iCloud. Use this proxy link to open the Apple support site "from Germany". If the specified link does not work over time, open the Apple technical support site https://getsupport.apple.com/ through any anonymizer site and follow the steps below.
2 . Select Europe (Europa) as the region and Germany (Deutschland) as the country.
If necessary, at the bottom of the screen you can change German to English.
3
. In the list of devices, select the iPhone (or iPad, if you need it).
4
. On the next page, indicate as a problem − Repair & Physical Damage.
5
. For clarification, please specify - Buttons not working.
6
. Choose a section Send in for repair and then item home button.
7
. Enter the serial number or IMEI of your iPhone or iPad and click on the arrow.
Find My iPhone and Activation Lock is a reliable protection for those who have lost their smartphone. However, this feature can also be a problem. Especially for those who are planning to purchase a used apple smartphone or tablet.
Before buying a used device, we strongly recommend that you check if the activation lock is enabled. How to do this, we will tell further.
Activation Lock is necessary to fight intruders. It is enabled by default in iOS system 8 and is activated at will in earlier versions of it. With the lock function enabled, the phone will be inoperable after deleting or erasing data, updating or restoring the firmware. To remove the lock, you will need to enter a login and Apple password ID.
Checking the Activation Lock Status
You will need a computer or mobile device with internet access.
2. Enter the IMEI or serial number of the smartphone (you can find it in the settings, the General section, the About this device item. This data is also available on back cover iPhone).
4. Enter captcha.
5. After clicking the Continue button, the service will display information on the status of the blocking.
Checking Activation Lock Status in iPhone Settings
1. Go to Settings - iCloud.
2. In the Account field. entry will display the address Email to which the Apple ID is registered.
3. If Find My iPhone is enabled, the device is locked. You can only unblock using the Apple ID specified in the Account field. record.
Checking Activation Lock Using the App
3. If your smartphone is in the All devices list, then the function of finding and blocking it is enabled.
The last two options don't work if you're buying a used iPhone because it's not attached to your Apple records ID. If the Find iPhone function is enabled in the settings of such a device and someone else's Apple ID is listed, then sooner or later you will become the owner of an expensive brick. We strongly do not recommend purchasing such smartphones.
Before buying a used iPhone, it is important to check for blocking iCloud activation. After all, if this function is available, you can lose access to your smartphone at any time, and you will not be able to unlock it. Therefore, we recommend at the stage of conversation with the seller to find out certain details before the transaction.
iCloud Lock Check
Initially, it is necessary to clarify main information from the seller:
- Who is the first owner of the device;
- Reason for sale;
- IMEI code;
- Availability of authorization data AppleID and password;
- Screenshot showing Find My iPhone disabled;
If the iPhone has problems, then the seller will not be able to do the above steps. There will be excuses like lack of time, and the presence of those who want to pick up the phone right now. Do not fall for the tricks of scammers.
Even if you make a cash on delivery purchase, it is recommended to clarify the availability of these data and check the compliance of the information described below.
Checking iCloud Activation Lock Status
Let's say you buy a used iPhone and want to make sure for yourself that there are no activation locks. You have previously received all the above information from the seller, but also want to check with additional means to be completely sure of the purchase. To do this, you need to launch the iCloud Find My iPhone app.
You will see satellite map, and all connected devices for that AppleID will be shown. If you see the iPhone you are holding in the device lists, iCloud Activation Lock is enabled. In this case, a person who has access to the AppleID and password data can block access and determine its current location.
This feature was developed with the aim of catching iPhone thieves and copes with its tasks perfectly. Therefore, if the device is displayed in the Find My iPhone lists, it is recommended to refuse it.
Check iCloud Activation Lock Status by IMEI
Previously, the ability to determine the lock on the iPhone using IMEI was available to everyone and there was a separate section on the official website where you could check the smartphone for locks. But for security reasons, Apple has disabled this opportunity and now only the above method is suitable for determining the lock. Therefore, it is important to find out all the above information at the stage of discussion in order to avoid acquiring a stolen device.
Otherwise, you risk losing access to your smartphone and will not be able to use it. It is also possible to disable the "Find iPhone" function and this is done directly in iCloud settings. Only for this operation you need to know the correct data AppleID + password. In addition, even after a successful operation, you need to check that the smartphone is not displayed in the Find My iPhone application.
This can be done using a computer by installing iCloud on it and using the same authorization data to test the find device function.
