If successful, a "Skip" or "Emergency Call" option may appear, or the phone will jump directly to the home screen. Bypass Method 2: The Offline Setup

Nokia TA-1136 (marketed as the on Verizon) often gets stuck on the activation screen if it cannot verify a valid Verizon SIM or account. This can be bypassed to use the device as a Wi-Fi-only tablet or to access the home screen. Bypass Method 1: The "Manual Tap" Sequence

If the device forces you to connect to the internet, you can often trick it by disconnecting at the right moment. www.verizon.com Start the setup and Connect to a Wi-Fi network Wait for it to say "Checking for updates..." Immediately Turn off your Wi-Fi router or move out of range. The device may encounter a connection error and offer a "Set up offline" www.verizon.com Bypass Method 3: Removing the SIM Card