When I plug in my Iphone 4 into the computer it won't realize I plugged it into my laptop (Windows 7).
My computer knows that it is plugged in and makes that noise when you plug in a device but my phone won't. It won't charge or sync or anything and i'll be sitting there trying to figure out why it won't sync. The cord is fine and my computer should be fine as well. I don't see the problem. Everything is up to date on the upgrades.
iPhone 4S
Hello there ShanaChiiBaka,
I was looking through our resources and found an article that looks to fit the bill for the issue you are experiencing.
It's called iOS: Device not recognized in iTunes for Windows found here: http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1538.
Start with this section:
To begin troubleshooting this issue on your iOS device, first follow the steps in the appropriate troubleshooting assistant below:
If the issue persists after following the troubleshooting assistant, continue with the steps below, testing to see if the issue is resolved after each section.
All the best,
Sterling
I have an Iphone 5 but dealt with a similar situation just this past week. I had a technician on the phone for hours trying to figure it out. I believe it may have had to do with a software update, but either way , we found the solution.
1. Go to device manager.
2. Go to portable devices.
3. Click on your portable device (iphone, ipad)
4. Select Driver
5. Update driver
I used this process on both my iphone and Ipad, both of which my computer wouldn't recognize, and everything returned to normal.
Hope this helps!
Coop
I tried many things, but the above instructions from Sterling worked! Thank you!
Thank you! Coop1220's steps had me fixed in less than 30 seconds
My Iphone won't sync with my computer.. Help?
