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How can I setup wireless backup to my Mac with no cable?

How can I setup wireless backup to my Mac with no cable?

iPhone 12 mini, iOS 16

Posted on Jun 11, 2023 10:31 AM

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Posted on Jun 11, 2023 10:55 AM

You only need to connect the phone to the Mac using a cable the first time that you want to backup.


At that time, you can enable the option to have the Mac recognize the iPhone over Wi-Fi. Once that is done, on subsequent backups, you will be able to back up the iPhone over Wi-Fi to the Mac.



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Jun 11, 2023 10:55 AM in response to Ron Frank

You only need to connect the phone to the Mac using a cable the first time that you want to backup.


At that time, you can enable the option to have the Mac recognize the iPhone over Wi-Fi. Once that is done, on subsequent backups, you will be able to back up the iPhone over Wi-Fi to the Mac.



How can I setup wireless backup to my Mac with no cable?

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