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This wikiHow teaches you how to update the name assigned to your Samsung Galaxy phone or tablet.
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2Scroll down and tap About phone. It’s the gray circle with an “i” inside.Advertisement
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3Tap Device name. A pop-up will appear, displaying the phone or tablet’s current name.
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4Enter a new name. To erase what’s there, tap at the end of the current name, then press your keyboard’s ← Backspace key until the field is empty.
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5Tap DONE. Your Galaxy’s name is now up-to-date.Advertisement
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1. Open your Settings.
2. Tap About phone.
3. Tap Device name.
4. Enter a new name.
5. Tap DONE.
