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Damaged/broken screen. Cannot back up to itunes and use new phone.

I have a damaged phone. I am trying to connect to itunes so that I can back up all info and transfer to the new (used) phone. I am unable to see anything come up on the itunes screen for my damaged phone. How do I get my stuff from the damaged phone?

iPhone XR, iOS 14

Posted on Jan 11, 2021 9:01 PM

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Posted on Jan 12, 2021 5:10 AM

Hello,

Start here:

If your computer doesn't recognize your iPhone, iPad, or iPod

Otherwise, you probably have an iCloud backup, correct?

iCloud: Restore or set up your iOS device from iCloud

In summary, your methods to transfer your data from your old phone to the new one are here:

Transfer data from your previous iOS device to your new iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

Good luck.

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Jan 12, 2021 5:10 AM in response to Vinechick64

Hello,

Start here:

If your computer doesn't recognize your iPhone, iPad, or iPod

Otherwise, you probably have an iCloud backup, correct?

iCloud: Restore or set up your iOS device from iCloud

In summary, your methods to transfer your data from your old phone to the new one are here:

Transfer data from your previous iOS device to your new iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

Good luck.

Damaged/broken screen. Cannot back up to itunes and use new phone.

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