cross-posted from: https://lemmy.dbzer0.com/post/23235714

I have set my new name everywhere I can in the AppleID settings but the old name is still showing up in this place, and maybe in other places which I haven’t seen yet. But how can I get my chosen name to show up here?

(for clarity, this is the profile picture selection on iPadOS)

Solution: The solution for me was that I had to change my name in the contacts.

More comprehensive solution here

  • shneancy@lemmy.world
    4·
    5 months ago

    i haven’t used apple devices in ages, but if this was an android issue i’d also make sure the way your own contact is saved is updated as well. I mean the way your own number is saved as in your phone. Maybe try that?

      • ccunning@lemmy.world
        6·
        5 months ago

        I recently learned some Lemmy clients don’t display body in the cross posted sub so it’s very likely people won’t have seen that information here.

      • joneskind@lemmy.world
        31·
        5 months ago

        This looks like a super annoying “feature” on Apple’s side. Did you try calling Apple directly? They are usually quite helpful, even if your AppleCare has expired. Besides I honestly think this is something they should be aware of.

        Hope it helps. Have a nice day!

  • nocturne
    2·
    5 months ago

    On my iPhone (sorry, my iPad is at work) I tapped on my profile picture in settings, then personal information, then name, entered my name, hit done, then back, then swiped away settings and when I reopened settings and touched on my V profile picture again my name updated.

    Hopefully that works for you.