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bones290 Author

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pairing phones

how do I pair my iphone 8 with my iphone 13 pro max so I can get all my info transferred? It shows it in the bluetooth page but when I try to connect it says pairing unsuccessful. Will not connect.

iPhone 13 Pro Max, iOS 15

Posted on Nov 23, 2021 10:35 PM

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Axel Foley

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Posted on Nov 23, 2021 11:08 PM

You cannot directly connect two iPhone over Bluetooth and transfer data. Review the methods listed below:

Transfer Data from old iPhone to new-

Do you have a backup created either on iCloud or on your computer?

Method 1 - Backup your old iPhone on your computer like this ➔ How to back up your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support and then Restore your new iPhone from that backup like this ➔Restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch from a backup - Apple Support

Method 2 - The Quick Start method and here is how to do that ➔ Use Quick Start to transfer data from your previous iOS device to your new iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

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