Forgot the passcode to my iPhone XR. Apple Support says to put in recovery mode and wipe its data from a computer. Well how can I do that if the phone can’t be detected by iTunes or computer until I put in the passcode??
iPhone XR
If you forgot the passcode on your iPhone, or your iPhone is disabled or unavailable -
Click on the link for instructions on how to reset your passcode without a computer if you have iOS 15.2 or higher.
If you see an iPhone or iPad unavailable message or Security Lockout screen - Apple Support
Click on the link for instructions on how to reset your passcode using a computer.
If you forgot your iPhone passcode - Apple Support
Your computer doesn't need the phone's passcode to be seen. If iTunes/your computer isn't seeing your phone, you have other issues.
If your computer doesn't recognize your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support
iOS device not showing in iTunes for Windows - Apple Community
Completely useless and regurgitated information. Please read the post before replying.
How can I reset my iPhone with a computer if it needs the passcode to connect to it?
