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New handset - same SIM - how to change IMEI number

crct — Tue, 15 Jun 2021 11:20:59 GMT

I'm replacing both iPhones on my BT account, keeping the same SIM on both. How do I change the device IMEI number on my BT account when I get the new phone?

Re: New handset - same SIM - how to change IMEI number

Anonymous — Tue, 15 Jun 2021 13:10:08 GMT

From my experience with changing Android phones, the BT account updated itself once the original SIM card was working in the new phone. I can't remember how long it took for the information to actually update though - maybe overnight?

Re: New handset - same SIM - how to change IMEI number

crct — Tue, 15 Jun 2021 20:08:23 GMT

Thanks, good to know. I’ll report back, but there isn’t much content or many apps for me to restore from backup, so it shouldn’t take long.

Re: New handset - same SIM - how to change IMEI number

crct — Thu, 17 Jun 2021 07:42:37 GMT

Yes, I needn't have worried. Bought the new iPhone yesterday and restored from iCloud backup. My BT account shows the new phone and new IMEI this morning. Result!