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How to set up an iPhone
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Just invested in a newiPhoneand need help setting it up? Whether this is your first iPhone or you’re upgrading from an older model, setting up your new device can feel daunting.
Luckily it’s straightforward and intuitive to get your iPhone up and running. Read on to see the step-by-step instructions on setting up your device.
What you’ll need:
The short version:
Step1
Open your iPhone
Swipe up on the hello page and set up the correct language and location options.
Step2
Quick Start option
If you already have an iPhone, then you can simply bring this to your new device and Bluetooth will work its magic. If not then continue with Set Up Manually.
Step3
Set up Wi-Fi
Make sure you have your Wi-Fi password handy.
Step4
Set up Face ID and a Passcode
Follow the on-screen instructions which will guide you through the steps.
Step5
Transfer data from an old device
If this is your first smartphone, select Don’t Transfer Apps & Data from the list of options displayed.If you’re moving from Android to iPhone then select Move Data from Android and follow the steps. Before this, make sure you have backed up your data on your Android.
Step6
Log into Apple ID and accept Terms and Conditions
If you don’t have an account already then you can easily create one here. You must have an Apple ID to use an iPhone.
Step7
Follow the onscreen instructions, which will include setting up Siri, Apple Wallet and Screen Time
You can come back to this later in Settings if you don’t want to set this all up now.
Step8
Follow instructions to customise the screen layout and display zoom
You can change these in Settings later, so don’t worry if you realise you’d prefer a different option.
Step9
Welcome to your iPhone
From this screen you’ll be able to use your iPhone as normal. Visit the App store and download any Apps you know you’ll use or take some time to get your head around your new handset.
Troubleshooting
You will need an Apple ID in order to use an iPhone. It’s quick and easy to create one, and you can create it while setting up your new iPhone.To do this, click on Forgot password or don’t have an Apple ID? on the Apple ID page (step six.)Then, follow the onscreen steps to create an Apple ID.
In order for an app to be transferred from Android to iPhone, it will need to be available on both platforms. If it’s only available on one, then it simply can’t download on the other.
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