How to Check What Kind of Android Phone You Have

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Quickly ID your Android using Settings or by removing the battery
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If you're trying to figure out what type of Android phone you have, you're not alone—with so many different Androids on the market, it might seem impossible to know which kind you're holding in your hand right now. But we're here to help! This wikiHow guide will show you how to find out what type of Android phone you're using, from the manufacturer name down to the model number.

Quick Guide: Checking Your Android Model

  • Look for the brand or model on the back of the phone.
  • If it's not there, find the model number in Settings > About > Model Number .
  • If your phone has a removable battery, you may also find the model behind it.
Part 1
Part 1 of 2:

Using Settings

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    The brand of your phone should appear on the face or back of your phone.
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    It's in the "System" section. [1]
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    This is your phone's model number.
    • You can Google your phone's model number to find out more about your phone.
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    Look at the " Android version " section. This is the version of Android your phone is running.
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    This is the maker of your phone.
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Removing the Battery

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    Power off your phone.
    • If your phone is in a case, remove it from the case.
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    It will list the brand and the model number, as well as where and when your phone was made. [3]
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      1. ↑ https://www.digitaltrends.com/mobile/how-to-find-android-phone-model-number/
      2. ↑ https://www.digitaltrends.com/mobile/how-to-find-android-phone-model-number/
      3. ↑ https://www.mobilefun.co.uk/blog/guides/finding-out-the-model-number-of-your-phone/

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