Activation Locked iPads Can't Be Reused

Let’s say you took all the stolen iPads in the United States and put them in a pile. How big would that pile be in comparison to this one if activation lock didn’t exist?

I might even ask what percentage of these iPads could have simply been stolen from the original owner? They’re all locked right?

By piling up all these devices together the waste looks bad. But millions of iPads are sold every year - if activation lock deters even a small percentage of thefts that’s a huge pile.

And, frankly, “children in need” can afford tablets. Just not fancy luxury Apple ones. A brand new kindle fire from 2019 costs $50. I’m sure twenty bucks can get you a used functioning tablet that can run apps.

To be clear, I’m not defending Apple’s stance on repairs and how they treat third party shops, I just don’t consider that issue related to the activation lock feature, which as a customer is highly desired.