Why does iphone say to connect to itunes

Have an iPhone it says I have to connect to itunes store I don't understand why. iTunes is for music. Also why if I know my email and password but no longer have access to phone number does support tell me I have to wait literally 30 days (dec.31st) and I can't do anything until then.no talking or verifying who I am and not a month after when now is when I need my account I know the login why is it this way

iPhone 7, iOS 14

Posted on Dec 13, 2021 8:49 PM

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Dec 13, 2021 9:04 PM in response to brobro176

Please post the text of the message.


I suspect the message states “iPhone is disabled - connect to iTunes”.


If so, it’s been disabled, and needs the help of a Windows or Mac to re-enable the iPhone.


iTunes (or Finder, on newer macOS) is the tool used to re-enable the iPhone.


Here’s the procedure: If you forgot your iPhone passcode - Apple Support


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