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Apple iPhone SE 3rd generation

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Complete the initial startup of your device


Note: These steps may vary depending on your device model.

If you are moving from an old device to a new one, you can find steps on restoring content using the links below:

To move data from Android, please see Move Data From Android.
To restore from iCloud backup, please see Restore from iCloud Backup.
To restore from Mac or PC, please see Restore from Mac or PC.
1. From the welcome screen, press the home button.
2. Tap your desired language from the list.
3. Tap your country/region.
4. From this screen, you can set up your device using Quick Start. To do this, bring another device running iOS 11 or later nearby to sign in automatically. To skip this and set up your device manually, tap Set Up Manually.
5. From this screen, you are able to connect your device to nearby Wi-Fi networks. Tap the network you'd like to join.
6. Enter the network password, then tap Join.
7. Tap Next.
8. Read the data and privacy statement from Apple, then tap Continue.
9. On this screen, you can choose to set up Touch ID on your device. Touch ID uses your fingerprint as a security measure in place of a passcode or Apple ID password when making purchases or unlocking your device. Tap Continue and follow the on-screen instructions to add your fingerprint, otherwise tap Set Up Touch ID Later.
10. Tap Don't Use.
11. Here you can choose to set up a passcode. A passcode will be used when unlocking your phone or making purchases, and is also required as a backup for Touch ID. You can choose between creating a six-digit, four-digit, custom numeric or custom alphanumeric code. Enter then re-enter your desired code, then jump to step 13. To skip this step, tap Passcode Options.
12. Tap Don't Use Passcode.
13. Tap Don't Use Passcode again.
14. Here, you have the option to restore data and content from a previous device and backup. if you're setting up your device from scratch, tap Don't Transfer Apps & Data. If you want to transfer apps and data, follow the transfer data options at the beginning.
15. To get the most out of your device, you should sign into your device using an Apple ID. This enables you to use iCloud functions and services such as Find My iPhone. Enter your Apple ID username and password, then tap Next. If you don't have an Apple ID already, tap Forgot password or don't have an Apple ID? and follow the on-screen instructions.
16. Read through the terms and conditions, then tap Agree.
17. Tap Continue.
18. On this screen, you can choose to improve Siri and Dictation. Tap your desired preference.
19. Tap Continue.
20. On this screen, you have the option to share data with app developers. Tap your desired preference.
21. Tap Get Started to complete the initial startup.

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