Setting Up Your New iPhone Made Easy

Unboxing a new iPhone can be an exciting experience, whether you’ve purchased the latest model or an older one. In this article, we will guide you through the setup process to ensure a seamless experience.

Before You Start

To ensure a smooth setup, have the following ready:

• Your old phone (not essential, but it’s smart to have it handy)
• Your SIM card (not required for eSIM activation)
• Your Wi-Fi details
• Your Apple account details (you must have an Apple account to use an iPhone)

First, Back Up Your Old Phone

Start by backing up your old phone. If it’s an iPhone, this will make copying over your data easier. The simplest method is to back up to iCloud by going to Settings, tapping on your name at the top, and choosing iCloud, iCloud Backup, and tapping Back Up Now.

Alternative Setup Methods

You can also take advantage of Apple’s Quick Start feature for switching iPhones simply by enabling Bluetooth on your old iPhone and having it nearby when you turn the new one on.

Updated September 2024: We tweaked this guide to reflect the latest version of iOS and the new iPhone range.

After setting up your device, check out our guides on cases and accessories to protect your handset and kit it out.