Why won't my phone and music on my Mac sync up?

Why won't my iphone and music on my Mac sync up?

iMac 21.5″, macOS 13.3

Posted on May 16, 2023 04:41 PM

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kb1951

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Posted on May 16, 2023 04:58 PM

Difficult to say without more information. See if this helps: Sync your iPhone, iPad, or iPod using your computer - Apple Support

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kb1951

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May 16, 2023 04:58 PM in response to Melrock44

Difficult to say without more information. See if this helps: Sync your iPhone, iPad, or iPod using your computer - Apple Support

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