This iPhone is open in another window

Hi there, I have just updated my Macbook Air to Ventura. When I plug my Iphone in and want to sync my music app I receive the message "this iphone is open in another window" even though there is no other window open. I have switched my iphone off/on and restarted my mac. Still the same.


I hope someone has an answer how to fix this.

Posted on Oct 27, 2022 2:06 PM

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Posted on Aug 23, 2023 7:01 PM

With Ventura, the syncing and backing up functions have moved from iTunes/Music to the Finder. In a Finder window your phone will show up in the left hand sidebar as a device. Click on it and you'll see the familiar screens to sync and backup your phone.


It would be a lot nicer if Apple didn't keep changing how things are done, and if they are determined to do that, then explain the process in the error message rather than displaying a cryptic message that your iPhone is already open in another window.

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