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You get a backup every time the iPhone syncs with iTunes, whether you’re
using the automatic or manual sync options. The backup also happens before
you install a new iPhone firmware version from Apple. iTunes also offers to do
a backup before you use the Restore option described on page 339.)
Using That Backup
So the day has come when you really need to use that backup of your iPhone.
Maybe it’s become unstable, and it’s crashing all over. Or maybe you just lost
the dang thing, and you wish your replacement iPhone could have all of your
old info and settings on it. Here’s how to save the day (and your data):
➊ Connect the iPhone to the computer you normally use to sync with.
➋ When the iPhone pops up in the iTunes source list, click the Summary
tab.
➌ Take a deep breath and click Restore. A message announces that after
iTunes wipes your iPhone clean and installs a fresh version of the iPhone
firmware, you can restore your personal data.
➍ Take iTunes up on its offer to restore all your settings and stuff from the
backup. If you see multiple backup files listed from other iPhones (or
an iPod Touch), be sure to pick the backup file for your phone. Let the
backup restore your phone settings and info. Then resync all your music,
videos, and podcasts. Exhale.
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