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when i get a new iphone.. since i have had one in the past if i use the old sim card from the past iphone can i make a new apple id but have the same contacts, photos, etc.?

iPhone XR

Posted on Jul 15, 2019 8:47 AM

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Posted on Jul 15, 2019 9:16 AM

If you make a new Apple ID, you will lose access to the data and purchases associated with the old ID. Why do you want a new ID? If you do a name change to your current ID, you will retain access to your data and purchases.


Note the restrictions in the article.


Apple ID Name Change


 What to do after you change your Apple ID or password - Apple Support     I suggest doing this before you change your Apple ID or password.


 

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Jul 15, 2019 9:16 AM in response to avery6122

If you make a new Apple ID, you will lose access to the data and purchases associated with the old ID. Why do you want a new ID? If you do a name change to your current ID, you will retain access to your data and purchases.


Note the restrictions in the article.


Apple ID Name Change


 What to do after you change your Apple ID or password - Apple Support     I suggest doing this before you change your Apple ID or password.


 

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