Change iPhone name remotely

Is it possible to change iPhone name from e.g. Mac? I've got my iPhone stolen and I wish to change its name.

iPhone XS

Posted on Dec 20, 2018 12:12 PM

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razmee209

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Dec 20, 2018 2:43 PM in response to mskx42

No, your phone would need to be connected to the MAC to change the name.

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