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Catalina & iTunes Backups

If I download the new Catalina on my MacBook Pro, will i still be able to use itunes to backup my iphone?

MacBook Pro 13", macOS 10.14

Posted on Jan 22, 2020 3:30 PM

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Posted on Jan 22, 2020 3:48 PM

The procedure will be virtually identical to what it was before except that it will be done from Finder rather than iTunes (there isn't an iTunes app with Catalina). See: How to back up your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support


Also see: What happened to iTunes? - Apple Support

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