How do I change the name of a device?

How do I change the name of a device? I just bought an iPhoneXR, but it identifies as an iPhone 7

iPhone XR, iOS 13

Posted on Feb 9, 2020 5:07 PM

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Lawrence Finch

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Posted on Feb 9, 2020 5:07 PM

Go to Settings/General/About and you can tap on and edit the device name.

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Feb 9, 2020 5:07 PM in response to NatJayGrandma

Go to Settings/General/About and you can tap on and edit the device name.

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