I'm facing a major issue with my iPhone 12 Pro running iOS 18.6.2. It shows as 'iPhone unavailable,' but the clock is still visible and slightly behind schedule, and my wallpaper is intact. The big problem is that I haven't backed up anything on this device, and I need that data urgently. The phone got locked after just two or three incorrect password attempts, likely because the screen has been glitching. Is there any way to retrieve my data or access the phone again?
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Unfortunately, if your iPhone is locked due to failed passcode attempts, it might be a tough situation. The most common solution would be to erase the phone and set it up as new, which means you'd lose all the data that hasn't been backed up. You could try connecting it to a computer to see if any recovery options appear, but generally, the data might be irretrievable once it's locked like this.
I get that it's frustrating! But just so you know, if it was only a couple of attempts, there might still be a slim chance. Try plugging it into iTunes or Finder and see if you can restore it without losing everything. If you can access recovery mode, there could be options to explore!