Two phones, one account. How do I give each a different user name?

I have one account that covers two phones. One for me and one for my wife. They both have my name (as the user). How do I change the name on one phone without it altering the other?

iPhone SE, iOS 16

Posted on Oct 4, 2023 9:31 AM

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2 replies

WheelieNick

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Oct 4, 2023 10:01 AM in response to SCWHOOK

This is not possible as Apple ID;s are not meant to be shared. Make an Apple ID for yourself and one for your wife.

SCWHOOK Author

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Oct 5, 2023 1:34 AM in response to WheelieNick

Thanks. If we have separate IDs can we still share Calendar, notes, contacts etc? If so how?

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