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How do I backup or restore my iPhone without iTunes?

Now that iTunes is defunct, what do I do about a system restore on my iPhone. Before, you'd just use iTunes. Also, if I don't want to pay extra for cloud storage, how do I back up my phone without iTunes?

iPhone 8, iOS 14

Posted on Jun 17, 2021 6:16 AM

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Posted on Jun 17, 2021 6:18 AM

ttlee_337 wrote:

Now that iTunes is defunct, what do I do about a system restore on my iPhone. Before, you'd just use iTunes. Also, if I don't want to pay extra for cloud storage, how do I back up my phone without iTunes?



The new way is with the Finder

Use the Finder to sync your iPhone, iPad, or iPod with your ...


Finder >Preferences>Sidebar>iOS Devices

If your device doesn't appear in the sidebar when connected ...


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Jun 17, 2021 6:18 AM in response to ttlee_337

ttlee_337 wrote:

Now that iTunes is defunct, what do I do about a system restore on my iPhone. Before, you'd just use iTunes. Also, if I don't want to pay extra for cloud storage, how do I back up my phone without iTunes?



The new way is with the Finder

Use the Finder to sync your iPhone, iPad, or iPod with your ...


Finder >Preferences>Sidebar>iOS Devices

If your device doesn't appear in the sidebar when connected ...


How do I backup or restore my iPhone without iTunes?

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