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iTunes requires software update to connect to iPhone

I have a 2012 MacBook Air running Mojave 10.14.6. I updated my iPhone XS to iOS 14.3 and now I can't connect my phone to iTunes. I get a message saying I need to do a Mac software update. The only update available is not an update but an UPGRADE to Catalina. I don't want to upgrade because I am still using some 32 bit software. What can I do?

iPhone XS

Posted on Dec 31, 2020 1:20 PM

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Posted on Dec 31, 2020 1:29 PM

If you see "Software update is required to connect to your iOS device" on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support explains that the software installation is only required "so your Mac can update or sync your iOS device."


Following that advisory will not upgrade your macOS.

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iTunes requires software update to connect to iPhone

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