Unlike macOS which offers a simple way to switch users and therefore use multiple Apple IDs with ease, iOS and iPadOS have no such feature. So, if you have multiple Apple IDs for work, personal use, and anything else, and you’re wondering how you can switch between them on your iPhone and iPad, fret not. Here is how you can switch Apple ID on iPhone without losing data.
Change Apple ID on iPhone and iPad
Switching Apple IDs on an iPhone or an iPad is a straightforward affair. Here’s how you can do this.
- Go to Settings -> Your Name -> Sign Out
- Enter your Apple ID password and tap on “ Turn Off “. Then, choose the data you want to keep on your iPhone and tap on “ Sign Out “.
- Once you’re signed out, go back to Settings and tap on “ Apple Account “. Follow the prompts on-screen to sign in with your preferred Apple ID.
That’s basically everything you need to do in order to switch Apple ID on iPhone. If you’re using an iPad, the process is basically the same, so you can just follow the steps mentioned above to change your Apple ID on your iPad as well.
What Happens to the Data When Switching Apple ID
If you’re worried about your data when switching your Apple ID, here’s what you need to know. First, when you sign out of your Apple ID, you will get the option to keep a copy of the following data on your iPhone:
- Contacts
- Calendar
- Health data
- Keychain information
- Safari data
- Stocks data
On the other hand, if you’re worried about the photos and videos on your iPhone, all that data will be backed up to iCloud if you use iCloud Photos. However, that does mean that photos that have been offloaded to iCloud to save storage space on your iPhone will be removed from your iPhone when you switch Apple IDs. They will still remain available on iCloud, as well as on any other devices that are signed in with the original Apple ID.
Well, that’s pretty much everything you need to know about switching Apple IDs on your iPhone or iPad. Do make sure that you back up your photos to iCloud Photos or Google Photos, or a similar cloud storage service to ensure you don’t accidentally lose any data.
Apart from the aforementioned data, there are chances that some data might go missing once you switch Apple IDs. For instance, all the photos and videos that you have optimized to save space will be removed from your iPhone/iPad. But, fret not. Your data will still be available on iCloud and you can easily restore it. Plus, the original photos/videos will still be available on other devices thanks to the iCloud Photos.
While the data remains safe, it won’t be the case with apps. Apps downloaded when signed into an Apple ID won’t be transferred to another Apple ID. But if you simply edit your Apple ID, apps and purchases made via it will remain there itself.
If you simply intend to change your Apple ID, your data won’t go anywhere. But if you’re switching to another Apple ID, some data will be removed from your device. Although, you can always restore it if saved on iCloud.
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- Apple and Google have officially confirmed their team-up for the next-gen Siri AI.
- The Cupertino Giant will be using Google’s Gemini for a more personalized Siri model as well as Apple Intelligence features.
- We can expect the next-gen Siri to come out with iOS 26.4, sometime in March or April.
Apple has officially confirmed joining forces with Google to use its Gemini AI model to power the next-generation Siri. It will offer a more personalized experience and will be coming out with the iOS 26.4 update. Apple also plans to leverage Gemini’s capabilities for other Apple Intelligence features as well, later down the line.
The Next-Gen Siri will be powered by Google’s Gemini AI
Apple officially confirmed that it will be partnering with Google in a statement to CNBC . Here’s what it stated, “After careful evaluation, we determined that Google’s technology provides the most capable foundation for Apple Foundation Models, and we’re excited about the innovative new experiences it will unlock for our users.”
Later, Google also shared a post on X confirming the tie-up, “Apple and Google have entered into a multi-year collaboration under which the next generation of Apple Foundation Models will be based on Google’s Gemini models and cloud technology. These models will help power future Apple Intelligence features, including a more personalized Siri coming this year.”
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Both statements clearly mention that the Cupertino Giant will be using Gemini to power its assistant Siri. This was already rumored, as Apple’s attempts to acquire Perplexity went nowhere. With Gemini, Siri will get a major AI update . It will be able to handle more nuanced conversations and provide better results. Something long-time Apple users have been asking for years.
The next-gen Siri will arrive with the iOS 26.4 update, which will launch sometime in March or April. And it is only going to be available for Apple Intelligence-supported devices .
Something else worth noting is how Google’s statement mentions that Gemini will power Apple Intelligence features. This leads us to believe that Apple could use Gemini’s multi-modal capabilities for its Writings tools , Image Playground , and Message summaries, too.
Elon Musk Not Happy With Apple and Google Tie Up
xAI CEO Elon Musk also responded to Google’s announcement post on X, sharing his thoughts on the matter by saying, “This seems like an unreasonable concentration of power for Google, given that they also have Android and Chrome.” Though we don’t expect either Apple or Google to respond to Elon, we will update the situation as it progresses.
It is worth noting that xAI is the company behind Grok, which is in hot water currently due to its inappropriate image generation fiasco , and has been getting backlash from multiple news outlets, X users, and even government authorities.
With over 4 year of experience under the belt, I cover all facets of consumer tech, from smartphones to other consumer electronics, our favorite social media apps, as well as the growing realm of AI and LLMs. As an Apps and AI writer app Beebom, I provide my expertise in all these areas, weaving stories that help you get familiar with the tech around you. But you will find me playing NYT daily puzzles in my free time.
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