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I’m very nervous about erasing my old iPhone 8 without affecting my new iPhone 12 Pro Max

What is the process to erase my old iPhone 8 without affecting all data from my new iPhone 12 promax

iPhone 8 Plus, iOS 14

Posted on Jan 24, 2021 8:23 AM

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follow the support article at the top of the page under Related Article. It won't affect your new iPhone.

If you are really worried though, make a backup of your new iPhone first.

How to back up your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support

Posted on Jan 24, 2021 8:26 AM

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I’m very nervous about erasing my old iPhone 8 without affecting my new iPhone 12 Pro Max

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