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Will Apple Replace a Blacklisted Phone?

Sarah Jenkins • • 7 min read
Will Apple Replace a Blacklisted Phone?
Apple cannot change the status of a blacklisted iPhone, in fact they have a hands off policy for any devices that may have been stolen. An iPhone reported as lost or stolen results in the device being put on the blacklist through this unique IMEI number.

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Accordingly, will Apple warranty a blacklisted phone?

The warranty plan is tied to the iPhone and not the person who owns the phone; this means anyone can take an iPhone to an Apple Store for service or replacement. When a phone is reported as stolen, a carrier can blacklist it as stolen and disable it by using its device specific IMEI number.

Additionally, can you unlock a blacklisted phone? The only way that you can bypass a blacklist or unlock a blacklisted phone is through a third-party unlocking company. An unlocking company can only do so much as well.

People also ask, can I trade in a blacklisted phone to Apple?

If it is blacklisted, it was blacklisted for a reason. Odds are it is a stolen phone, so no Apple won't take stolen devices and give you store credit for it. You could drop it off with them for recycle probably, or drop it off at any electronics recycling center - that's all that device is good for now - recycling it.

Can you update a blacklisted iPhone?

Answer: A: Yes a software update is not linked with a blacklisted phone at all.

Related Question Answers

Can you do anything with a blacklisted phone?

A blacklisted phone will still work with WiFi, but will not not be able to make calls, send texts, or use mobile data. If a phone you found is on the cell phone blacklist, take it in to the original wireless carrier and they may be able to return the phone to it's owner.

Is it illegal to buy a blacklisted phone?

Note: We don't encourage you to buy blacklisted phones, and we only offer a chance to give you a redeeming option to be able to use it. Unlocking the phone is legal, but “unblocking” it or altering its IMEI status is illegal. You can also check this article, to know more about blacklisted phones.
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Sarah Jenkins is a veteran tech journalist with over 12 years of experience covering artificial intelligence, mobile innovations, and digital ethics. Her insights have appeared in leading technology publications worldwide.