Can I set-up my new iPhone while my old phone is being backed up by iCloud?

I want to set up my new iPhone 16 but my old iPhone is currently being backed up with iCloud. Am I able to start setting up my new phone? I don't want all my photos transferred onto my new phone due to storage but want all my contacts sent over to my new phone.

iPhone 16, iOS 18

Posted on Feb 16, 2025 5:51 AM

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Feb 16, 2025 5:54 AM in response to Anya Snaith

Set it up as a new device and turn off iCloud Photos on your new device. That's it.

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