Q: Can I transfer my old messages from one iPhone to another without the SIM card being in my old phone

i keep trying to backip my old iPhone 6+ so that everything will be restored on my new one but it won't let me back it up. I really just want my messages. coukd the problem be that the SIM card is out if the old phone and is now in the new one?

iPhone 6 Plus, iOS 8

Posted on Jul 2, 2015 8:24 PM

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roaminggnome Jul 2, 2015 8:27 PM in response to LittlePoorLostSoul
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Jul 2, 2015 8:27 PM in response to LittlePoorLostSoul

What happens when you try to back it up?
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LittlePoorLostSoul Jul 2, 2015 8:34 PM in response to roaminggnome
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Jul 2, 2015 8:34 PM in response to roaminggnome

It will attempt to backup but then will quit. It will say the last backup could not be completed.
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roaminggnome Jul 2, 2015 8:37 PM in response to LittlePoorLostSoul
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Jul 2, 2015 8:37 PM in response to LittlePoorLostSoul

If you can't make an iTunes backup of your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support
iCloud Backup alert messages - Apple Support
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