If you’re looking at the Apple handset in front of you and asking “what iPhone do I have?” we’re here to help. With no obvious way to find out just from looking at your handset and plenty of visual similarities between different generations of iPhone, it can be hard to figure out whether you’re dealing with an iPhone 16, 15, or something else entirely. With this guide, you’ll never have to find yourself wondering again.
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What iPhone do I have?
It’s really quite easy to find out what iPhone you have. Just follow these simple instructions:
- Go to settings
- Tap ‘general’
- Go to ‘about’
- Look at the model name. This tells you what iPhone you have
If you’ve got an iPhone with iOS 12.2 or a later version of the Apple operating system, you should also get some extra details, like which version of iOS you have installed, your phone’s serial number, and storage capacity. If your phone is acting up or slowing down, it’s always a solid idea to check this page to see if you’re running out of space or dealing with an outdated operating system.

Can I find out what iPhone I have without turning it on?
If you’re trying to fix an older iPhone and can’t turn it on, there’s still a way to find out which generation of Apple device you’re dealing with. You can check either the sim card tray or the back of the phone, and you’re looking for a serial code that begins with the letter A. Once you find that, you can simply Google the number, and you should be able to find out which iPhone you have.
How do I find out what iOS version I have on my iPhone?
Finding out what version of iOS you’re using is just as easy as figuring out what iPhone you have. All you need to do is follow the same steps from the instructions further up this page but look at the second row instead of the first. There, you should find out what version of iOS you’re running, and if you’re out of date, you can install the latest iPhone update with just a click.
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