How to Change the Ringtone on Your iPhone Or iPad You can easily change the ringtone on your iPhone or iPad to reflect the type of alerts you want to receive. Choose a classic phone ring for an incoming call, a swoosh for incoming mail, or a ding for a text message. The possibilities are endless, so get creative and find the perfect ringtone for you. You can even set different ringtones for different alerts, such as a text message and email...