How to Change what Siri Calls You

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Did you know that you can change the name that Siri calls you? The name Siri uses for you can be anything you want, whether your nickname, or “Overlord of this Phone,” Siri will use it when she addresses you.

To change the name that Siri calls you, simply hold down the home button to activate Siri:

When prompted by Siri, say, “Call me (insert name you desire)”

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When Siri asks you to confirm that she got your nickname correct, press “Yes.”

That’s all there is to it!

Now, even though Siri knows your real name, Siri will use whatever nickname you tell her to use.

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