latest update froze/killed my iphone

Before any update iTunes makes a backup of the phone, so if you restore you should be able to reload that backup. However, if you sync after restoring before loading the backup it will wipe out the backup.

I have in the past been able to restore to the last backup but it doesn't appear to be an options this time.

Why do you say that? Not much specific info in your post, not even the iPhone model or iOS version you're updating from.

If you have the Connect to iTunes screen, you have no choice but to restore - you're in recovery mode.

If you didn't backup your phone before updating, that data is lost.

Note that if you're using OS X 10.4, you can't update to the latest iOS

I get the same error.... update 4.3.4 doesnt work!!! any solution???

Just to be clear, when you say "I got the same error" you got Error 9. Is that correct?

Here is the explanation for Error 9:

Error 9: This error occurs when the device unexpectedly drops off the USB bus and communication stops. This can occur if the device is manually disconnected during the restore process. This issue can be resolved by performing USB isolation troubleshooting, using a different USB dock-connector cable, trying another USB port, restoring on another computer, or by eliminating conflicts from third-party security software.

Update problems are always problems with your computer unless the phone or cable is actually broken. so knowing what kind of computer you have and what you specifically did would be very helpful in resolving your problem.

the same happened here, phone is blocked now!! update 4.3.4 doesnt work!

What is the error message?

I got the same problem like ConnectedIn.. The "Error Code 9".

Ive tried restoring in my MacBook Pro (Mac OS X 10.5.8 ) and with a Microsft WIndows Proffessional SP pc·. Both with Itunes 10.3.1. ( the latest i think)

Try restarting , reseting... but nothing works..the phone is 20 days old.. and the connector cable is new!!! So.. what can I do?

As you are using a Mac you probably don't have a firewall or antivirus installed, but if you do disable them. And definitely disable them on a Windows computer.

Plug the phone directly into a USB port on the computer, not a hub.

Charge the phone for an hour with the wall charger.

Reboot your computer.

Hold HOME and SLEEP on the phone until it goes blank, then release SLEEP and continue to hold HOME. Connect to iTunes while holding and wait for iTunes to recognize it, then release HOME. The phone should restore and install 4.3.4.

If it comes up DO NOT SYNC YET. Right click on the phone in iTunes and choose Restore from Backup.

If this does not work you have a defective phone or defective cable. As it is new take it to an Apple store. If they cannot restore it they will replace it.

Hi all!

Ive been talking with the technical service for about one hour... So.. they´ll take my phone and try to repair it.. otherwise I´ll get a new one...

Conclusion: the 4.3.4 update makes iphone become an expensive paperweight..

SO DON'T UPDATE YOURS!!!

I did update mine. No problems.

Wrong! Since >10 million have updated to 4.3.4 without problems, your problem is in your phone or your system.

Aratzfrombilbao do you have to go to an apple store to phyically drop off your phone, or are you shipping it out to them. What did they say the problem was? I'm having the same exact issue as connectedin, it's very frustrating.

I've got the same **** problem, so saying she's the only one with problems is so far from the truth.

I did get it fixed, but that was a lot of trouble just for an update. Almost thought for a while I'd lost all my crap on my phone, thank god for backup. But this is a strong indication that you should stay away from Apple products, that's what I'm going to do now anyway. Too much trouble for such an expensive phone, not good.

Hi!

first of all: My hardware is OK! I ve got a mcbook pro,(fully legal, no rare software) and its working ok since the day I bought it (2 years ago). Ive never have problems with it until this update. The Iphone has 20 days.. same apps like the iphone 3gs(no problems with it) I had before...

So.. It's really strange that the same thing happens to another person who is thousands of miles I on the same day... and its seems that we are not the ones..

I ve talking with the support line.for about 1 hour. and they told me they´´l take the phone from my home and take to the technical support to repair it.. nothing about the error ( no idea!!! )