Backing up iPhone with older iOS

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Backing up iPhone with older iOS

I'm using iPhone 12 Pro Max with iOS 15.6.1. Is it possible to use iTunes 12.13.4.4 to back up the device to my Windows 10 PC?

Posted on Dec 29, 2024 10:04 AM

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varjak paw

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Dec 29, 2024 10:22 AM in response to filgaien

That sort of issue can be difficult to sort out given all the many "moving parts" in Windows, but perhaps this will help:

If your computer doesn't recognize your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support

Note that if you have the newer Apple apps - Apple Music, Apple TV, and Apple Devices - those take over many of the functions formerly in iTunes. You'll use Apple Devices to sync and back up.

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filgaien Author

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Dec 29, 2024 10:27 AM in response to varjak paw

I only use iPhone and iPad for my Apple products. I allow my device to be connected and trusted in my PC and vice versa. The phone is charging and it shows pop-up to let PC access medias and photos. It just won't appear on my iTunes.

I have Apple Music installed on my PC. Does that make a difference?

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varjak paw

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Dec 29, 2024 10:07 AM in response to filgaien

It shouldn't be a problem. See:

How to back up your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch with Windows - Apple Support

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varjak paw

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Dec 29, 2024 02:50 PM in response to filgaien

I don't believe it's possible to customize where Apple Devices stores the backup, but since I don't have a Windows system to test, I can't say with certainty. Perhaps someone else here will know of a workaround.

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