How to sync iphone with 2 computers

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How to sync iphone with 2 computers

I've done a lot of searches and have seen nothing that doesn't look like a "hack" to sync my iphone to two computers. There are two iphones in my house and two computers. I purchase songs and applications on both computers with one iTunes account (each computer has different stuff). WHy can't I sync my two iphones on either computer. I have paid for applications and songs on both computers, but I can't load them on both my phones. Is there a way to do this?

Windows Vista

Posted on Mar 10, 2009 9:58 PM

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Answer 1

Mar 10, 2009 10:03 PM in response to sdfghsdftgsdh

The iPhone does not support disk mode so in regards to iTunes content, an iPhone can be synced with an iTunes library on a single computer only.

You need to transfer all iTunes content from one computer to the other - to the computer that you want to sync iTunes content with your iPhone.

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Answer 2

Mar 10, 2009 10:05 PM in response to Allan Sampson

"You need to transfer all iTunes content from one computer to the other - to the computer that you want to sync iTunes content with your iPhone."

That would be great. How do I do that?

A follow up question would be what happens when my computer dies? My iPhone won't be able to sync to the new computer, correct?

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Answer 3

Buegie

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Mar 10, 2009 10:10 PM in response to sdfghsdftgsdh

One iPhone – Two or More Computers

Typically, an iPhone can be synced with an iTunes library on a single computer only for Music and Photos. You are able to sync contact info, calendar events, and Safari bookmarks on multiple computers.

If you want to sync Music/Photos on multiple PCs then the link examples below may help. While not an Apple endorsed method, you can see these workarounds (two of many examples):
i) One iPhone, Two Computers, Many Solutions
ii) How to sync an iPhone with two (or more) Computers

Generally, a Google search will yield more than enough websites that can assist you should you need more options. They are not too hard to find. Search, Evaluate, then choose one that makes you comfortable.

Best of Luck

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Answer 4

Mar 10, 2009 10:34 PM in response to sdfghsdftgsdh

With both computer's connected in some fashion - directly or via the same wireless network, or with an external drive.

A follow up question would be what happens when my computer dies? My iPhone won't be able to sync to the new computer, correct?

One of the reasons why maintaining a backup of all important data on your computer's hard drive which should include your iTunes library stored on an external drive or some other external media used for backup purposes only is important. This is important regardless the platform, but even more so with a Windows PC due to constant virus, adware, and spyware concerns.

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Answer 5

Mar 11, 2009 6:09 AM in response to sdfghsdftgsdh

Has anyone used the TouchCopy program? I'd rather pay a little than dig in to the codes and all that.

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Answer 6

Mar 11, 2009 6:13 AM in response to Allan Sampson

"With both computer's connected in some fashion - directly or via the same wireless network, or with an external drive."

Allan,
Thanks for the help. I do have my two computers on a wireless network. I hate to be a pain but how do I move my iTune files and applications from one to the other computer? I'm assuming you just don't click and drag.

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Answer 7

Mar 11, 2009 8:41 AM in response to sdfghsdftgsdh

With a Mac, you enable File Sharing and read/write access for each Mac connected to the same wireless network for accessing and sharing/transferring files between each Mac that is connected. I can inform you how to do this with a Mac, but not with a Windows PC.

Check Vista's help on your PC, or visit Microsoft's website.

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