What should I do when I get a new iPhone?

Otherwise, follow these steps:
  1. Turn on your device. ...
  2. If you have another device, use Quick Start. ...
  3. Activate your device. ...
  4. Set up Face ID or Touch ID and create a passcode. ...
  5. Restore or transfer your information and data. ...
  6. Sign in with your Apple ID. ...
  7. Turn on automatic updates and set up other features. ...
  8. Set up Siri and other services.
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What is the first thing you do when you get a new iPhone?

The first thing to do with your new iPhone is to activate it. You can do everything you need right on the iPhone and start using it in just a few minutes. The basic setup process activates the iPhone and lets you choose basic settings for using features like FaceTime, Find My iPhone, iMessage, and related tools.
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How do I transfer everything from my old iPhone to my new iPhone?

Quick Start: Use your iPhone or iPad to automatically set up a new device. iCloud: Transfer your data and purchased content to your new device from your previous device's iCloud backup. iTunes or Finder: Transfer your data and purchased content to your new device from a backup you made with iTunes or Finder.
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When setting up a new iPhone do you put the SIM card in first?

If you're setting up an iPhone or iPad (Wi-Fi + Cellular), you may need to insert your iPhone SIM card or iPad SIM card first. Get help if you can't connect to Wi-Fi or if you can't activate your iPhone.
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Do I need to put my old SIM card in my new iPhone 13?

You do not need the old SIM card installed in the new iPhone to transfer data. This can be done over a Wi-Fi Network.
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Should I charge my new iPhone before using it?

A new iPhone comes with around 50% charge on its battery. You can start using it out of the box and there's no need to charge it fully before starting to use it.
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How do I transfer everything to my new phone?

  1. Turn on your new device.
  2. Tap Start.
  3. When asked, make sure you connect to a Wi-Fi network.
  4. Choose to copy apps and data from your old device. Recommended: If you have a cable to connect your devices, follow the on-screen instructions to copy your data. ...
  5. Check your texts, photos, and videos.
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What should I do when I get a new phone?

Top 10 Things to Do with Your New Smartphone
  1. How to transfer contacts and media. ...
  2. Activate your phone. ...
  3. Protect your privacy and phone. ...
  4. Connect your email accounts. ...
  5. Download apps. ...
  6. Understand data usage. ...
  7. Set up HD Voice. ...
  8. Pair with a Bluetooth® accessory.
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Can you just buy a new phone and put your SIM card in it?

You need to call carrier B to move your old number to the SIM card that carrier B gave you. Your phone is on carrier A. You have a new unlocked phone. Just put the SIM card in the new phone and that's all you need.
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What are the first 5 things you would like to do with this new phone?

The First 10 Things to Do With a New Android Phone
  • Step 1: Skip the Setup Junk. ...
  • Step 2: Wipe the Slate Clean. ...
  • Step 3: Remove the Bloatware. ...
  • Step 4: Tweak Your Gmail settings. ...
  • Step 5: Set Photo Backups to Unlimited. ...
  • Step 6: Check Your Google Play Store Settings. ...
  • Step 7: Set Up Android Device Manager. ...
  • Step 8: Get Some Apps.
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What to do after unboxing a new phone?

After unboxing your new Android phone, it's essential to link up your Google account. It's not what we'd encourage you to skip, as you'd need it on crucial occasions like installing apps, using Google assistance, using Google services, and other core Android functions.
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Should I activate my new phone before transferring data?

No. You can setup the the phone on wifi without the SIM installed so the phone won't be activated until you install the SIM card.
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Why is my old iPhone still activated?

Question: Q: Incoming calls still go to old phone.

Answer: A: Answer: A: It is if your old iPhone uses the same Apple ID as your new iPhone and is CONNECTED TO THE SAME WiFi network as your new iPhone. Disconnect your new iPhone from WiFi and then see whether the old iPhone rings or not.
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Do you need a SIM card in both phones to transfer data?

Use Bluetooth technology to quickly and wirelessly transfer your contact list from one phone to another. Although you don't have to use a SIM card for the transfer (the data can be stored in the phone's memory, not on the SIM card), some phones may require a SIM card to be installed to utilize data on the phone.
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Is it OK to leave your iPhone charging all night?

And while no one likes to get caught off guard, keeping your phone too juiced up might be doing more damage in the long run. According to Apple, charging your iPhone overnight or for long periods of time can actually be bad for it, USA Today reports.
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How long should I charge my new iPhone for the first time?

Charging a Brand New iPhone

The initial charge of a new iPhone is very important. To do it right, charge your new iPhone for at least 3 hours before using it for the first time. Don't forget to use the included wall charger – not your computer's USB port – to charge it this first time.
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Do I need to charge 8 hours for new iPhone?

After the battery is fully charged while remaining connected to a power source, charging stops. I do understand that upon purchase of your new iphone, you will need to do an 8 hours charge of the phone.
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Do I need to deactivate my old iPhone before activating my new one?

If activating a new phone, ensure the old phone is powered off and allow several minutes for the deactivation of the old phone to complete.
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How do I set up my new iPhone?

Set up your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch
  1. Turn on your device. ...
  2. If you have another device, use Quick Start. ...
  3. Activate your device. ...
  4. Set up Face ID or Touch ID and create a passcode. ...
  5. Restore or transfer your information and data. ...
  6. Sign in with your Apple ID. ...
  7. Turn on automatic updates and set up other features.
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Why are calls and texts going to my old iPhone?

If it's really incoming “calls” and 'green bubble' “texts” … it's because it probably still has the old, still-active SIM installed. Think of a SIM almost as a “super app” from your mobile carrier which must be physically removed.
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What happens to your old SIM card when you get a new one?

What you will lose after the replacement; Contacts and messages stored in the previous SIM card will not be in the new SIM card – all will be lost. Any other settings saved on the old SIM card.
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Can you use a new phone straight away?

Almost all reputable phone manufacturers ship the phones with their batteries charged around 60%. 3. There is no real need to charge the phone before use because they are already around 60% charged.
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How do you charge a brand new phone?

Plug the phone charger into the socket and connect it to your phone. Ensure that you charge your phone with a direct line AC power supply. Also, use a charger recommended by the manufacturer to avoid damaging your phone or your battery.
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Should I charge a new battery before use?

Some batteries can even be irreversibly damaged if they are over-discharged (such as being used in a remote-control car after the long trip from the North Pole). The end result—manufacturers recommend you charge the battery before use.
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Should you charge your iPhone at 100 percent?

Is it bad to charge my phone to 100 percent? For optimized battery life, your phone should never go below 20 percent or never above 80 percent. It may put your mind at ease when your smartphone's battery reads 100 percent charge, but it's actually not ideal for the battery.
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