Mac not recognizing iPhone for backup

mac not recognizing my iphone for backup


I tried all the suggested steps.

Mac is charging my iphone

using a thunderbolt to usb c adaprtor


iMac 24″

Posted on Jan 23, 2026 1:23 PM

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Posted on Jan 23, 2026 3:28 PM

On your iPhone, which is hopefully using iOS 26.X, check Settings > Privacy & Security > Wired Accessories, and for the moment set it to “Always Allow”. Then reconnect your iPhone to your Mac.

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