iPhone backups

[zoran]

In older versions of MacOSX I remember that I used to make backups of my iPhone in iTunes. How can I do that in Catalina?

 

[bogdanw]

Although you can still use iTunes for that in Catalina, it’s better to do it with Apple Configurator https://apps.apple.com/app/apple-configurator/id1037126344
Be sure to install “A Software Update is Required to Connect to your iOS Device” when asked or manually

https://swcdn.apple.com/content/downloads/49/27/032-06683-A_QRHIJ4BQOQ/jf8jwh5ejfbm5a11c2wqj2a6ahu6hb0qx1/CoreTypes.pkg
https://swcdn.apple.com/content/downloads/49/27/032-06683-A_QRHIJ4BQOQ/jf8jwh5ejfbm5a11c2wqj2a6ahu6hb0qx1/MobileDeviceOnDemand.pkg

 

[zoran]

I can’t seem to find iTunes in Catalina. Instead of iTunes, I can only find a similar app called Music 😐

 

[bogdanw]

iTunes can be installed with Retroactive https://github.com/cormiertyshawn895/Retroactive
Retroactive thread https://forums.macrumors.com/thread...e-iphoto-or-itunes-on-macos-catalina.2207898/

 

[zoran]

What was the reason that iTunes was not in Catalina? Is it left out in other newer MacOSX versions?

 

[bogdanw]

"since the release of macOS 10.5 Catalina in 2019, Apple has offered separate Mac apps for Music, Podcasts, and Apple TV, meaning the functions for managing a connected iPhone, iPad or iPod touch needed a new home."
https://www.macrumors.com/how-to/back-up-iphone-ipad-on-mac/