How to Change Phone Name on Android

This wikiHow teaches you how to change the name associated with your Android phone in your Bluetooth settings.

Steps

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    Open your Android's Settings. It's the
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    typically found in the app drawer.
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    Tap Bluetooth. It's under the “Wireless & networks” settings.
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    Tap ⁝. It's at the top-right corner of the screen.
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    Tap Rename this device.
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    Enter a new name.
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    Tap RENAME. Your phone's new name is now saved.
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Nicole Levine, MFA
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1. Open Settings.
2. Tap Bluetooth.
3. Tap ⁝.
4. Tap Rename this device.
5. Enter a new name.
6. Tap RENAME.

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