How To Set up Your New Verizon Wireless Cell Phone
You can learn how to set up a new phone from this website.
Step 1: Make sure you have an account with Apple.
You will need to create an Apple ID account before you can set up your phone.If necessary, you will be able to create an Apple ID account on the iPhone.
Step 2: You can put your old phone's sim card in your phone.
You will need to do this before you can use your old phone's sim card in your new phone.If you have an old phone, you can use it to retain your phone number and carrier status.If the card wasn't pre-inserted into your phone, you'll use a new one.
Step 3: You should turn on your phone.
The "Power" button is located in the top-right corner of the housing.After a few seconds, the Apple logo should appear on-screen.If you can't turn on your phone, you may have to charge it.
Step 4: You can choose a language.
You can find the language you want to use by scrolling down and then tapping it.
Step 5: Pick a region or country.
To find the country or region in which you are located, scroll down until you find it.
Step 6: You can connect to a wi-fi network.
Go to the "choose a wi-fi network" page and find the one you want to use.The network's name should be tapped.The password should be entered when prompted.There is a tap.Make sure you have access to the internet when setting up your phone.
Step 7: Touch ID and location settings need to be set up.
The location settings are optional, and can be turned on or off.Touch ID is activated if you place your thumb on the Home button.Passcode can be used if you want to change the type or length of the password.
Step 8: If you have a backup, you should restore it.
If you have a backup, tap either or both of the options on the "Apps & Data" screen.If you don't have a backup, tap.
Step 9: You need to enter your Apple ID.
When prompted, use your Apple ID email address and password.This may happen sooner or later in the setup than it does in these instructions, depending on your version of the software.
Step 10: Follow the rest of the instructions.
If you choose to restore a backup, you will be required to agree to Apple's terms of use and enter your password for the first time.
Step 11: Get started.
The link will be at the bottom of the screen.Once you tap it, you'll be able to use it.
Step 12: Allow your phone to work.
It will take a few minutes to display your carrier in the top- left corner of the screen, since it is the first time you are using your phone's sim card.You will not be able to make calls during this time.Your phone was most likely activated during the restore if you restored a backup via iCloud.If you bought your phone at the store, it will already be activated.
Step 13: 4G or a pre-paid service plan can be activated.
Depending on whether you're using a new SIM card and the terms of your contract, you may need to do one or both of the following once your iPhone has been activated.If you used your old phone's card, skip this step.Call the Pre-Paid Plan number and follow the spoken instructions.If you were prompted for your pre-paid plan information, skip this step.
Step 14: Make sure you have a Gmail account.
If you don't already have a Gmail account, you'll need to make one.Most of your services will use your Gmail account to log in.
Step 15: Put your old phone's sim card in your phone.
If it isn't already installed in your phone, you'll have to use a new sim card.
Step 16: Turn on your phone.
The "Power" button is on the right side of the housing.When the screen light up, you can release the button.If you can't turn on your phone, you may have to charge it.
Step 17: You can choose a language.
In the middle of the screen, tap the current language and then select your preferred language from the drop-down menu.
Step 18: If prompted, you should enter your sim's PIN.
The four-digit code can be found on your card's packaging.If you used your old phone's sim card, you won't be asked for the PIN.If you don't remember, you should be able to call and ask for a PIN.They will tell you the PIN if you provide some form of identification, such as your Social Security Number or account password.
Step 19: You can use a wi-fi network.
You can find the wi-fi network you want to use by clicking on the "Select" page.The network's name can be tapped.When prompted, enter the password.You can tap.You can connect to the internet later if you tap at the bottom of the screen.
Step 20: Someone wants to copy another person's data.
If you want to copy your data from one device to another, you need to check the "Copy your Google Accounts, apps, and datafrom your other device" box, then tap and follow any on-screen instructions.You can skip this step if you check the "No thanks" box.
Step 21: Go to your Gmail account.
To enter your email address into the text box, tap it and type in your password.You might have to tap before you continue.If you choose to import data from a different device, you'll skip this step.
Step 22: If you prefer, you can create a proprietary account.
You will be asked if you want to create an account for their phone model specific services.Signing up for such accounts will give you access to model specific services, so you can usually skip this step.).
Step 23: If you want, add another email.
If you want to add an email account to your phone, check the "Personal" box, tap and follow the instructions.You can skip this step if you check the "Not now" box.
Step 24: A PIN can be added.
Follow the on-screen instructions if you check the "Protect your phone" box on the page.
Step 25: The rest of your phone's features should be set up.
You can usually choose the notification setting that you want to use.If you didn't transfer data from a different device earlier, you can restore it on the "Get your apps & data" page.You may be prompted to review the setup instructions.The next page will appear if this is the case.There are other services that may require setup before you can start.Not all Androids come with pre-installed software, so this step is dependent on you.
Step 26: Your phone can be activated.
Once you've finished setting up your basic options, you will be prompted to use your phone.Once the process is complete, you should see "Verizon" in the top- left corner of the screen.
Step 27: Pre-paid service plans can be activated for 4G.
Depending on whether you're using a new SIM card and the terms of your contract, you may need to do one or both of the following.If you used your old phone's sim card, skip this step.Call the pre-paid plan number and follow the instructions.If you were prompted for your pre-paid plan information, skip this step.
Step 28: Attach the battery to the phone.
If you get stuck, you might want to check your phone's documentation for specific instructions.
Step 29: The phone should be charged for one hour.
Plug in your phone and leave it alone for around an hour.Before you try to set it up, make sure the phone is fully charged.
Step 30: The phone should be turned on.
Press and hold the key until you see the logo on the screen.From there the phone should turn on.
Step 31: Take a look at the initial setup process.
Since this is your first time on the phone, you may be prompted to enter all of the following information.
Step 32: The phone has a dial screen.
You don't need to press the button for most flip phones, but some more advanced phones will require you to use the arrows on the keypad to select the dialer icon.
Step 33: You can dial the number.
Press the button if you type in *228.If you're using a pre-paid plan, skip this step.
Step 34: Wait for the activation to be completed.
Once your flip phone is activated, a voice will tell you that the call is over, and your phone will restart.You are free to use your phone as you please from this point.
Step 35: If it's necessary, use a pre-paid plan.
Follow the spoken prompts if you dial *22898.If your phone is on a pre-paid plan, you will not have to go through the usual activation process.