The "Hello" screen displayed when iPhone is first turned on.

Getting Started

Before you start using your new iPhone, set up some basic functions.

Set basic functions

IPhone home screen. The app at the bottom of the screen is displayed in the same color, matching the color in the wallpaper photo.

Add personal style

IPhone can show your personal style and preferences. Display your favorite photos on the lock screen, add widgets to the home screen, resize text, adjust phone ringing, etc.

Make iPhone your exclusive device

On the Camera screen in Photo mode, four people are displayed in the Camera viewfinder.

Take great photos

Wherever you go, you can use iPhone to capture wonderful moments. Learn how to take photos and videos on your iPhone anytime, anywhere, and use other camera features.

Take beautiful photos and videos

FaceTime calls.

keep in contact

IPhone makes it easy to keep in touch with important people. In order to know their messages anytime and anywhere when needed, add contacts to the phone book, and then contact them via SMS, phone or FaceTime call.

Keep in touch with friends and relatives

Family Sharing screen in Settings. Five family members are listed. Below his/her name is the "Family Sharing Checklist", below which are the "Subscription" and "Purchase Item Sharing" options.

Share with family

You and your family members can use "Family Sharing" to share eligible App purchases, locations, and even health data. You can also select trusted family members or users to help you access iPhone again if you forget your password.

Share features with family

My Family screen in the Family app.

Simplify daily life

Learn how to use the app on iPhone to navigate to the most frequently visited places, pay for coffee in the morning, remind you of important tasks, and even automatically lock the front door after you go out.

Use iPhone in daily life

The iPhone screen shows that the battery is charged to 100%.

Professional tips

Check these tips provided by Apple Support Advisor to make iPhone and the information it stores safe and reliable.

Expert advice from Apple support

To explore in the iPhone User's Guide, click Table of Contents at the top of the page, or enter a word or phrase in the search bar.

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