Bypassing the iCloud Activation Lock on an iPad mini 1 Go to product viewer dialog for this item.

If you own the iPad Mini 1 and want to use it for lifestyle/entertainment (post-official unlock):

Here’s what still works:

The most reliable community-verified methods involve using external hardware to trigger a "Pwned DFU" mode, allowing you to delete the setup application or change the device's serial number.

A Mac (running macOS High Sierra or newer) to run the Sliver software. checkm8-a5 sketch uploaded to the Arduino. The Process:

Result: The iPad will skip the activation screen and boot directly to the home screen. Method 2: The "iRepair P10" Box (Windows Alternative)