This write-up is for educational purposes only. Bypassing iCloud on a device you do not legally own is illegal in many jurisdictions. This guide assumes you are the original owner who has forgotten their credentials or have purchased a device with a legitimate proof of purchase. Use this information responsibly. Write-Up: iPad 2 on iOS 9.3.5 – Untethered iCloud Bypass The Holy Grail for Legacy Devices The iPad 2 (iPad2,1 through iPad2,4) is a legend of durability. However, many of these devices are currently “bricked” by Apple’s Activation Lock (iCloud Lock). Until recently, bypassing iOS 9.3.5 meant a tethered solution—meaning every time the battery died or the iPad restarted, you needed a computer to re-run the bypass.