Does Apple sell demo ipads?

Apple will never sell an iPad or iPhone with their “demo” firmware installed. These devices are highly restricted in what they can do - and the Apps that can be installed. Demo firmware cannot be overwritten with production firmware.

Can a demo IPAD be used?

It's safe to say that on a hardware level the device is identical to a non demo unit. So after successfully restoring the device it should function as any othe would. Once your ipad is in DFU mode plug it into your computer and restore with iTunes. Hope this helps.

What is Apple demo device?

A demo unit is a product that has been used in-store for demonstration purposes. Sales consultants use these products to show the different features to customers. There are a couple reasons why demo units are a great option: - They are more affordable than new units at 20% off the retail price.

How do you get an iPad out of demo mode?

Question: Q: How to remove Ipad Pro - Remove from Demo Mode

Press and quickly release the volume down button. Press and hold the side (power) button until you see the Apple logo. Keep pressing power button and you will see connect to Mac/Pc logo and then connect and click on restore and all set !

Can Apple track demo phones?

Apple disables and tracks iPhones that are stolen from the demo stations in its stores, as numerous photos posted to social media have recently shown.

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Are demo phones worth buying?

Thanks for the A2A. Absolutely — as long as you are certain you are buying from a reputable authorized Apple reseller. Demo units, open box, and refurbished units will have brand new warranties and are a great way to save a little money.

Why is my iPad in demo mode?

All replies. As described, if the iPad is in a demo mode, you have likely purchased an iPad that was stolen from an Apple Store. At the very least, the iPad will also be Activation Locked - recovery from which will not be possible without the assistance of the original owner.

How do I put demo on my iPad?

On your iPad, open up your Settings app and navigate to: General > Accessibility > Guided Access and enable the slider.

Can you unlock a demo iPhone?

1. Bypass Demo Mode on iPhone/iPad Easily. To be able to bypass iPhone/iPad that are stuck in demo mode, we will be using iMyFone LockWiper to unlock demo mode and update it. This software has one simple use - "Unlock your iDevice," and it does this flawlessly.

Is it okay to buy ex demo iPhone?

Ex-demo phones should last as long as any other phone - around five years. The battery may need replacing at some point. ...

Can you activate a demo phone?

Go into the first setting panel again and click on Developer Options. It should be just under or on top of "About Phone". Scroll down until you find Demo Mode. Enable it, and you're finished!

What is live demo unit?

The Live Demo Unit will have no baseband, an advertising video running (which can be disabled) and no lockscreen, IF your thinking that you flash the Firmware from Sammobile or XDA you will get the base band everything will be as original as note 2 but REMEMBER FLASHING WILL NOTE GET THE BASEBAND.

How do I put iPad in DFU mode?

Can you put an iPad in kiosk mode?

On an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch device, there is a quick way called Guided access mode to turn it into a kiosk-style device. Guided access is a universal feature found in all iOS devices which limits the OS options available for the users to choose from.

What is Apple Dcota?

DCOTA is Apple's Platform for managing demo content on in-store devices over the air. It delivers great features like automatic updates and nightly refreshes. Here's all you need to get started with DCOTA.

How do you put an iPad in a kiosk?

What is a demo phone?

Demo Phones. Our Demo phones and tablets are in as new condition but for one reason or another have been out of their package at some point in time, customer returns, manufacturer overruns or Cellular Network phones opened for display.

Are display phones real?

Senior Member. If they aren't plastic dummy devices, they are real and can be used.

What does ex display mean?

This is a machine that has been unboxed and put on display but not used. It will have been purely there for people to visually examine. This will be as-new. All of these machine types are available for customers to view and inspect prior to purchase.

Can Apple brick a phone?

If a law enforcement officer contacts Apple, as long as they have the serial number of the device, Apple can and will upon law enforcement request permanently brick the device and render it permanently useless through software.

Is a stolen iPhone useless?

Before You Lose Your iPhone

What that means is even when a thief or a third-party has your ‌iPhone‌, it's still tied to your ‌Apple ID‌ and can't be used with any other account. Your ‌iPhone‌ can even be wiped completely and it will still be locked down, making it almost useless to anyone but you.