iPhone 18 Pro Max - How To Set Up for The First Time! Beginner’s Guide, by TANSAFTECH on YouTube. 3 min.
- Video length
- 3 min
- Time to do it
- 10 minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Steps
- 8
What you need
Steps
Press and hold the side button until the Apple logo appears, then let go. Slide up on the Hello screen to begin.
Pick your language and region, then tap Continue. Choose your Wi-Fi network and enter its password so activation can finish.
Wait while the phone activates. If asked for a SIM, insert your SIM card or follow the eSIM prompt from your carrier.
On the data transfer screen, choose Set Up as New iPhone or Don't Transfer Anything to skip moving data from an old phone.
Tap Set Up Later under Apple ID if you do not want an account now, then confirm. You can add one later in Settings.
Create a passcode when prompted, or tap Passcode Options to skip it. Set up Face ID or choose Set Up Later.
Review the terms and conditions, then choose your Siri, location and analytics options. Tap Continue after each screen.
Pick a display appearance, then tap Get Started or Continue to reach the home screen.
Tips and common mistakes
Charge the phone or plug it in before you start so the battery does not die mid setup.
Skipping the Apple ID is fine, but you will need one for the App Store, iCloud backups and Find My.
Keep the phone on Wi-Fi during activation, since a weak cellular signal can stall the process.
Questions
Can I set up the iPhone without a SIM card?
Yes. You can finish setup on Wi-Fi and add a SIM or eSIM later in Settings. Some carriers activate the eSIM during setup, so have your account details ready.
How do I add an Apple ID after skipping it?
Open Settings, tap the Sign in to your iPhone banner at the top and follow the prompts. You can create a new Apple ID there or sign in with an existing one.
Will I lose data if I choose Set Up as New iPhone?
No. Set Up as New just means nothing is copied from an old phone. Your old device keeps its data, and you can still restore a backup later from iCloud or a computer.
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