How to Identify Your Device Model

Not sure which iPhone, iPad, Samsung Galaxy or Huawei device you have? Knowing your exact model is the first step to buying the right case, screen protector, charger or booking a repair. This guide covers every major brand sold in South Africa.

Why knowing your model matters

• Screen repairs — different models use different display assemblies.
• Accessories — cases, chargers and cables vary between series.
• Trade-ins — we need the exact model to give an accurate quote.
• Software updates — some features and iOS/Android versions are model-specific.

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How to identify your iPhone or iPad

Method 1: Settings (fastest)

1. Open Settings → General → About.
2. Look at Model Name (e.g. "iPhone 15 Pro").
3. The Model Number underneath (e.g. "A3108") confirms the exact variant.

Method 2: Physical model number

• iPhone 8 and later: the model number is etched in tiny text on the back glass, bottom edge or SIM tray.
• iPhone 7 and earlier: look on the rear aluminium casing.

Quick visual cues

• iPhone 15 / 15 Plus — USB-C port, Dynamic Island, aluminium sides.
• iPhone 15 Pro / Pro Max — USB-C, Dynamic Island, titanium sides, Action button.
• iPhone 14 / 14 Plus — Lightning port, no Dynamic Island (notch remains).
• iPhone 13 series — diagonal camera layout, smaller notch.
• iPhone 12 series — flat-edge design returns, 5G.
• iPhone 11 — dual cameras in a square bump, rounded aluminium sides.
• iPhone X / XS / 11 Pro — no home button, stainless steel sides (XS/Pro).
• iPhone SE (3rd gen) — looks like iPhone 8 but with A15 chip and 5G.
• iPad Pro — if it has Face ID and no home button, it is a Pro.
• iPad Air — thin bezels, no Face ID, Touch ID in the power button on newer models.
• iPad (standard) — has a home button.
• iPad mini — smallest screen, home button on older, no button on 6th gen.

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How to identify your Samsung Galaxy phone or tablet

Method 1: Settings

1. Open Settings → About phone (or About tablet).
2. Look at Model name (e.g. "SM-S931B" for Galaxy S25).
3. Tap Status information → IMEI information if you need the IMEI for trade-in or repair booking.

Method 2: Look at the back or SIM tray

• Most Galaxy phones print the model number on the rear panel or inside the SIM tray.

Quick visual cues

• Galaxy S25 Ultra — squared corners, built-in S Pen, huge 6.9" screen.
• Galaxy S25 / S25+ — rounded corners, triple camera line.
• Galaxy Z Fold6 — folds open into a tablet, book-style.
• Galaxy Z Flip6 — folds in half like a clamshell.
• Galaxy A55 / A35 — three vertical rear cameras, plastic or glass back.
• Galaxy A15 — budget range, simple dual or triple camera layout.
• Galaxy Tab S9 / S9+ / S9 Ultra — flagship tablets with S Pen, AMOLED screens.
• Galaxy Tab A9+ — budget tablet, no S Pen in the box, LCD screen.

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How to identify your Huawei phone or tablet

Method 1: Settings

1. Open Settings → About phone.
2. The Model field shows the exact name (e.g. "HUAWEI Pura 70 Pro").
3. The Build number and EMUI version help confirm the exact variant.

Method 2: Physical label

• Huawei phones often have the model printed on a sticker under the SIM tray.

Quick visual cues

• Huawei Pura 70 Pro / Ultra — distinctive triangular camera module.
• Huawei Mate 60 Pro — large circular camera ring, Kirin 9000s chip.
• Huawei P60 Pro — rectangular camera island, Rococo Pearl finish.
• Huawei nova 12 series — mid-range, slim profile, bold colour options.
• Huawei MatePad Pro — flagship tablet with M-Pencil support, OLED screen.
• Huawei MatePad 11.5" — budget-friendly, LCD screen, good for students.

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What if I still can not identify it?

1. Bring it in — visit any Nextech branch and we will tell you the model in seconds.
2. Send photos — WhatsApp or email clear photos of the front, back and Settings → About screen and we will reply with the model.
3. IMEI lookup — dial *#06# on any phone to reveal the IMEI. We can cross-reference it to the exact model.

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Next steps

• Need a repair? Book a repair — select your model and get an instant quote.
• Want to trade in? Get a trade-in quote — we price by exact model and condition.
• Shopping accessories? Browse by category — filter by brand and model to find the right fit.