it seems forever to download. and says, Download unsuccessful - Is there a better way?

I just bought a new iphone8. iCloud backup is on my Mac. When I connect using itunes, it doesn't show device, and then the Install Update prompt, which never seems to end, doesn't want to work after.


Is there another way to update iTunes, I can see the Backups in there to use.


thanks

AJB

Posted on Sep 15, 2022 12:18 AM

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Posted on Sep 19, 2022 8:04 AM

Hey there Ajb136,


Here are the next steps to take If your computer doesn't recognize your iPhone, iPad, or iPod.


Regarding what you also mentioned that sounds like you want to back up your iPhone prior to updating it, this can also be done another way using Wi-Fi and iCloud:

  1. How to back up your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch
  2. Update your iPhone or iPad


If you need more help should the links above not help, we recommend letting Apple know what's been tried so far, and they'll be in the best position to continue troubleshooting this further with you: Get Support


Cheers!

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Sep 19, 2022 8:04 AM in response to Ajb136

Hey there Ajb136,


Here are the next steps to take If your computer doesn't recognize your iPhone, iPad, or iPod.


Regarding what you also mentioned that sounds like you want to back up your iPhone prior to updating it, this can also be done another way using Wi-Fi and iCloud:

  1. How to back up your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch
  2. Update your iPhone or iPad


If you need more help should the links above not help, we recommend letting Apple know what's been tried so far, and they'll be in the best position to continue troubleshooting this further with you: Get Support


Cheers!

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