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 How.com.vn 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.

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Using Settings

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  1. How.com.vn English: Step 1 Examine your phone's housing.
    The brand of your phone should appear on the face or back of your phone.
  2. How.com.vn English: Step 2 Open your phone's icon Settings app.
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  3. How.com.vn English: Step 3 Scroll down and tap About phone.
    It's in the "System" section.[2]
  4. Step 4 Look at the "Model number" section.
    This is your phone's model number.[3]
    • You can Google your phone's model number to find out more about your phone.
  5. How.com.vn English: Step 5 Look at the...
    Look at the "Android version" section. This is the version of Android your phone is running.
  6. How.com.vn English: Step 6 Tap icon in the upper-left corner.
  7. How.com.vn English: Step 7 Tap Regulatory information.
    It's in the "System" section.[4]
  8. Step 8 Look at the "Manufacturer name" section.
    This is the maker of your phone.
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Removing the Battery

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  1. How.com.vn English: Step 1 Power off...
    Power off your phone.
    • If your phone is in a case, remove it from the case.
  2. How.com.vn English: Step 2 Remove the back cover from the housing.
  3. How.com.vn English: Step 3 Remove the battery.
  4. How.com.vn English: Step 4 Examine the manufacturer's sticker.
    It will list the brand and the model number, as well as where and when your phone was made.[5]
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    How do I find the manufacturer's name on an Android phone?
    How.com.vn English: Community Answer
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    Look on the back on the bottom or go to a shop and ask them what phone you have.
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    Can I find out the type of android used on a phone with just the model number?
    How.com.vn English: Community Answer
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    You can search for the model number ion the web and see what results and names pop up.
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    How do I hook up my Android phone to WiFi?
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    Keep your finger on WiFi symbol, and when you see list of all available networks, select the one you wish to join. Just put in the password and you should be able to connect.
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