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My iPhone 11 screen says "iPhone unavailable." My MacBook Pro does not appear to recognize my iPhone 11 that is plugged into the MacBook. How do I open my iPhone 11 without erasing it?

My iPhone 11 screen says "iPhone unavailable." My MacBook Pro does not appear to recognize my iPhone 11 that is plugged into the MacBook. How do I open my iPhone 11 without erasing it?

Posted on Oct 1, 2022 6:57 PM

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Posted on Oct 1, 2022 7:03 PM

See the information here. If your computer doesn't recognize your iPhone, iPad, or iPod - Apple Support

You may need to follow the instructions here, If you forgot your iPhone passcode - Apple Support


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My iPhone 11 screen says "iPhone unavailable." My MacBook Pro does not appear to recognize my iPhone 11 that is plugged into the MacBook. How do I open my iPhone 11 without erasing it?

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