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i already have an ipad, just bought an iphone, do I need 2 apple ids?

I am setting up 2 iphones for my parents and they already have an ipad. Do I need multiple apple ids?


Posted on Nov 11, 2019 11:13 AM

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Posted on Nov 11, 2019 11:19 AM

You can use the same Apple ID, but their data will sync to each others devices if they use iCloud. You should use separate IDs if they want separate data on their devices. If you do use 2 IDs, set up Family Sharing so they can share purchases.


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i already have an ipad, just bought an iphone, do I need 2 apple ids?

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