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iphone 4s backup is stuck on preparing to copy. can i stop the backup and unplug the phone without causing problems with my phone?

While backing up my iPhone 4s, it is stuck on preparing to copy. Can I stop the backup somehow and unplug my phone without causing problems with my phone?

iPhone 4S, iOS 8.4.1

Posted on Oct 8, 2015 9:28 PM

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Posted on Oct 15, 2015 6:48 PM

Yes, go ahead. Before trying another backup, restart iTunes and reset the iPhone.


Reset your iPhone by holding down the Wake/Sleep and Home buttons until the Apple logo appears.

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iphone 4s backup is stuck on preparing to copy. can i stop the backup and unplug the phone without causing problems with my phone?

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