Can I use an iPhone I found?

Make Contact or Hand It In. If you find a lost iPhone, Activation Lock will prevent you from using it if it's protected by Apple's Find My service. It's essentially a paperweight for as long as you have it in your possession. So don't expect to use an iPhone you've found.

Can I reset an iPhone I found?

SO, if you have found an iPhone with a screen passcode activated, then you can factory reset the iPhone you found. In addition to this, each iPhone comes with an Apple ID.

Can someone use my iPhone if they find it?

The 'Find My iPhone' feature is usually turned on by default on most iPhones and is linked to one's Apple ID and password. What this does is that if your device is stolen or lost, it ensures that no one else can access the device, unless they have your Apple ID details.

What should I do with an iPhone I found?

If the screen does not show you adequate instructions, you probably won't be able to get any information from the iPhone either, as Lost Mode disables most functions to safeguard the owner's privacy. In this case, it's best to turn the phone in at a police station close to where you found it.

Can I unlock a stolen iPhone?

Normally, someone cannot unlock your iPhone without a passcode. However, they can factory reset your iPhone and unlock it using the above method or some iPhone unlocking tools. If you turned on Find my iPhone earlier, the Activation Lock can protect your iPhone furtherly.

[Update] How to Unlock A Found iPhone?

What do thieves do with stolen iPhones?

That's where the stolen iPhones go. Thieves who realize that they can't use the stolen iPhone will break the device into several parts and sell them to shady repair shops or stores for money. These types of stores need several parts of the iPhone, like the screen to fix someone else broken iPhone at a cheap rate.

How do I activate a stolen iPhone?

Can I keep a phone I found?

If the owner of the property does not claim it within 90 days, then the finder can keep it. If your state has similar laws, you likely can keep the phone you found as long as you turn it in to the police first.

Can an iPhone be tracked after factory reset?

iOS 15: Find My network can still find your iPhone when it is powered off, or factory reset. With iOS 15, your iPhone is still traceable through the Find My network even when the device is powered off.

Can iPhone be used after reported stolen?

Once your device is off the blacklist, you can either use it or sell it. Unfortunately, if the previous owner blacklisted the device by reporting it as lost or stolen, then the carrier will be unable to remove or unlock the blacklisted phone.

What happens if I found my lost iPhone?

Question: Q: I found my iPhone that I reported lost

Answer: A: Answer: A: If the IMEI was blacklisted you need to contact your carrier to remove the block. If it was blocked with Find My log in to https://icloud.com/find where you can click on it and remove it from Lost mode.

Does erasing iPhone really delete everything?

When you tap Erase All Content and Settings, it completely erases your device, including any credit or debit cards you added for Apple Pay and any photos, contacts, music, or apps. It will also turn off iCloud, iMessage, FaceTime, Game Center, and other services.

Can an iPhone be tracked without a SIM card?

Question: Q: Find My IPhone without SIM card

If the phone is connected to a wifi network, yes. Otherwise no. Find my iPhone requires an internet connection, either cellular data, or wifi.

Can an erased iPhone still be tracked?

If you erase a device that had iOS 15, iPadOS 15, or later installed, you can use Find My to locate or play a sound on the device. Otherwise, you won't be able to locate or play a sound on it. You may still be able to locate your Mac or Apple Watch if it's near a previously used Wi-Fi network.

Can a lost phone be unlocked?

If it's really lost, someone may have found it and is trying to return it to you. If the person isn't attempting to steal your phone, they probably can't unlock it, but they will be able to answer a call and hopefully meet up with you to return the device.

What do thieves do with stolen phones?

Some thieves will use the information they find on phones (such as photos, texts or emails), then use it to hold the original owner to ransom. The best thing to do is to remotely wipe your phone as soon as you find out it's stolen – this can be achieved with apps such as Find My Device (free – Android and iOS).

Can police track a phone without SIM card?

If we are talking about a "wiretap," then the tracking is being done at the telco and as long as you maintain the same phone number, regardless of SIM or phone, it will get captured.

How do you reset an iPhone without the Apple ID password?

How do I factory reset my iPhone without Apple ID?

How to Erase the iPhone without Apple ID: Step 1: Launch your Settings app. Step 2: Click “Reset > Erase All Content and Settings” tabs. Step 3: Enter your passcode when prompted, and click “Erase iPhone”.

What happens if you find your phone after it was lost and claimed?

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Most cell phone insurance plans allow for canceling claims, but only within certain timeframes. Reach out to your provider as soon as possible after finding your phone. Make sure you understand your insurance policy before contacting the provider.

What happens if you report your phone lost then find it?

Lost your phone, reported it, then found it again? That's fine, you can still sell it on. Just call up the same number you used to report it - as well as your network's customer service - and tell them you've found it again and all is well.

Can the police track a stolen iPhone?

Because the IMEI number is registered to your specific handset the Police will be able to track the device itself, even if the SIM card has been changed.

What happens if I put my SIM card in a blacklisted phone?

If a phone is listed on the blacklist, wireless carriers will not allow the phone to connect to the cellular network even if using a valid SIM card. Devices are listed by their unique IMEI Number. Many countries have a similar Blacklist, and these are shared on an international database administered by the GSMA.

Can a blacklisted phone be Unblacklisted?

Stolen phones may be blacklisted up to 30 days after the event. Phones used in fraudulent activity may be blacklisted up to 120 days after the event as this activity may take longer to detect. If the phone you are using has been blacklisted, first contact the seller.