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why is my iphone device called iphone (4)? Last few weeks it was iphone (2). Need some help

why is my iphone device called iphone (4)? Last few weeks it was iphone (2). Need some help

iPhone 12 mini

Posted on May 17, 2022 5:47 AM

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Posted on May 17, 2022 5:51 AM

If you leave only "iPhone" in your devices name (change it in Settings>General>About... first option) it may happen.

For example, you can call it "Hazwan49 iPhone 12mini"

Regards

Giulio


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why is my iphone device called iphone (4)? Last few weeks it was iphone (2). Need some help

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