Unable to complete data transfer during iPhone setup with 'Move device closer' error

Setting up new iPhone by connecting with old iPhone - got message on both phones "Move device closer to continue" I can't proceed

Now I got an error on new phone: "Unable to Complete Data Transfer". What should I do now? I need a phone to navigate somewhere in 3 hrs.?



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iPhone 14 Pro, iOS 26

Posted on Sep 23, 2025 1:01 PM

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Unable to complete data transfer during iPhone setup with 'Move device closer' error

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