How to access iPhone content when someone passes awayIf someone you know has recently passed away, here's how you might be able to access content from their iPhone if you need to.
Something is always left behind when a loved one passes away. As our devices become increasingly intertwined with our lives, they're also becoming something to think about when someone dies. Our iPhones often contains years of photos, contacts, message threads, and phone calls, and it makes sense that if someone you love has died you might want to hold on to some of that.
Unfortunately, if the person protected their iPhone with a passcode, your options are limited. Apple builds its devices with security and privacy in mind, and won't (and often can't) unlock them for you if you don't have the passcode. However, there are some steps you might be able to take in order to get around these restrictions. Keep in mind, however, that at least some of these steps might not work.
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How to access iPhone content when someone passes away
