Restoring previous backup after indicating not to backup apps

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Restoring previous backup after indicating not to backup apps

I just switched iPhones but was unable to backup the new phone from a previous phone backup, because new phone was on ios16. How do I now restore from previous backup?

iPhone 13, iOS 15

Posted on Nov 12, 2023 7:13 PM

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erikah242 Author

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Nov 12, 2023 8:02 PM in response to erikah242

In case someone else sees this, please disregard @thelittles responses, they are misinformed. Erase all your content and settings and you can restore from your previous back up. Just do it relatively quickly so you have still have a recent backup available.

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TheLittles

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Nov 12, 2023 7:20 PM in response to erikah242

erikah242 Said:

"Restoring previous backup after indicating not to backup apps: I just switched iPhones but was unable to backup the new phone from a previous phone backup, because new phone was on ios16. How do I now restore from previous backup?"

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Restoring iPhone 13 with iOS 16 from an iOS15 Backup:

You Can't. To be able to restore your iPhone from a backup, the backup would need to be of the same iOS version that is installed on your device. That's just he way Apple has it.

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TheLittles

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Nov 12, 2023 7:58 PM in response to erikah242

erikah242 Said:

"Ok I’ll take it back to Apple Store and have them replace because not having my last backup is not an option."

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