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Disabled iPhone XR not being recognized by iTunes

I am trying to restore using ITunes method however my old Iphone XR still displays "connect to Itunes" even after connecting to Itunes on my computer


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iPhone XR

Posted on Jul 17, 2022 4:38 AM

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Posted on Jul 17, 2022 5:37 AM

Make sure that you are following the steps to put the device into Recovery Mode here. If you see the Restore screen on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

It may also be necessary to check the instructions here. If your computer doesn't recognize your iPhone, iPad, or iPod - Apple Support


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Jul 17, 2022 5:37 AM in response to Nikkilynn6676

Connect iPhone to Computer / Mac


Settings > Touch/Face ID & Passcode > USB Accessories > [Enable]


You haven't mentioned whether you have a PC or Mac. However...


  1. Use your USB lightening cable --> Resolve USB-related alerts in iTunes - Apple Support
  2. If unable to connect --> If iTunes doesn't recognize your iPhone, iPad, or iPod - Apple Support
  3. If your computer is a...
    1. Mac --> If your computer doesn't recognize your iPhone, iPad, or iPod ...
    2. Windows PC —> Troubleshooting issues with iTunes for Windows - Apple Community
  4. Use genuine cable --> Identify counterfeit or uncertified Lightning connector accessories ...
  5. See how to --> Sync your iPhone, iPad, or iPod using iTunes on your computer ...
  6. To reset the passcode for disabled iPhone -> If you forgot the passcode for your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, or your ...
  7. Learn how to--> Update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support


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Disabled iPhone XR not being recognized by iTunes

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