Apple IOS 9 bricks iphones not repaired by Apple

Anonymous Coward

in apple on 2016-02-12 17:05 (#13RSZ)

The dreaded Apple Error 53 has returned in IOS 9. This error is thrown when Apple devices detect that a non-Apple technician repaired the phone. Users are complaining that they can not access their data. Apple claims that bricking the iPhone in this scenario is a security measure to protect users.

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Just one more reason (Score: 0)

by Anonymous Coward on 2016-02-15 05:26 (#13ZHJ)

Android is pulling ahead in the race to win mobile device domination. The Apple interface is slick, pretty and works well. But. Pulling this crap, no expansion slot, cost along with their walled garden is wearing thin. Fanbois unite to watch Apple falter stumble and lose. IMOHO