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Why you REALLY need to remember your Apple ID and password Enjoy today's selection of practical, easy-to-follow tech tips. Rick's Daily Tech Tips Update for Wednesday, January 31, 2024 [Standard Edition] Have a question or comment about this newsletter? Hit the Reply button and tell me about it. Did someone forward this newsletter to you? Click here to subscribe. Today's issue is sponsored by... The Hustle is the daily newsletter that can help you get smarter on Business and Tech. Get the 5-minute newsletter that’s keeping 2M+ innovators in the loop. ———— Advertise here… Have something you'd like to share with 16,400 engaged subscribers? Click here to sponsor the next available issue of this newsletter. Want to help me keep these newsletters coming? If you find my tips useful, you can help me keep them coming by opting for a Premium subscription. 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In a nutshell, if you’re unable to remember or reset your Apple ID password for whatever reason, you’re going to find it extremely difficult (and likely impossible) to remove the Activation Lock and regain access to the device. That’s why you need to make sure you never forget your Apple ID and password or the email address that’s associated with your device(s). If you have trouble getting back into an Activation Locked device, I’ll gladly try my best to help. All you have to do is ask. Just be aware that if you’ve already tried every tool Apple provides that’s probably going to be the end of the line. Share The latest from Rick’s Daily Tips Tech Blog... • Q&A: Is Google now fining people for spamming with Gmail? This post has the answer. • Scam alert: Beware fake ads for concert and event tickets They look soooo tempting... • Click here to see today's 'Picture of the Day'. Every morning I post a new photo that I find inspiring, intriguing, or just plain beautiful to look at. 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