How to change the name of your iPhone

When you get a new iPhone, you're given the opportunity to name it something unique, such as "Brian's Awesome iPhone 12."

But there are various reasons why you may want to change the name you assigned to your phone during setup. Thankfully, it's incredibly easy to change the name of your iPhone. In this article, we'll break down the reasons you may want to change the name of your iPhone, and how to do it.

Why change the name of your iPhone?

While the name of your iPhone may seem private, it can be revealed in a few situations. For instance, if you connect your iPhone to a Bluetooth device such as a car stereo, your phone's name may be revealed on the screen. Your phone name may also be displayed in AirDrop, iCloud backups, and when it is connected to a computer.  Read more...