Is it possible to back up an iPhone before restoring it on a Chromebook?
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Restoring an iPhone is often necessary to resolve an issue, update the device or sell it. But what if you don’t have access to a Mac or Windows computer? Can you restore an iPhone on a Chromebook? The answer is YES! In this article, we’ll show you how to restore your iPhone on a Chromebook step-by-step.
Before getting started, here are the things you will need:
– An iPhone that needs to be restored
– A Chromebok with Chrome OS version 57 or later
– A USB to Lightning cable
– The latest version of iTunes for Chromebook (available from the Chrome Web Store)
Step 1: Connect your iPhone to your Chromebook
Using a USB to Lightning cable, plug your iPhone into your Chromebook. If prompted on your iPhone, “Trust This Computer,” tap “Trust.”
Step 2: Install iTunes for Chromebook
Head over to the Chrome Web Store and search for “iTunes.” Download and install the latest version of iTunes for Chromebook.
Step 3: Open iTunes for Chromebook
Upon installation, open the iTunes app by clicking on its icon in your app launcher.
Step 4: Put your iPhone into recovery mode
To enter the recovery mode on your iPhone, press and hold the “Home” and “Power” buttons simultaneously. Don’t release them until you see the Apple logo on the screen. After that, let go of the “Power” button and continue to hold the “Home” button until you see the recovery mode screen. If you have an iPhone X or later, press and hold the “Side” and either volume button simultaneously.
Step 5: Restore iPhone
iTunes should detect that your iPhone has entered recovery mode. If not, click on the device icon located at the top left of the iTunes window. Click on the “Restore iPhone” button.
Step 6: Follow the prompts
Now that you’ve started the restore process, iTunes will guide you through the rest. Follow the prompts, review the terms and conditions, and click “Agree” to proceed. iTunes will download the latest version of iOS for your device and restore it to its factory settings.
It usually takes 15-30 minutes to complete the restoration process depending on your internet speed and the amount of data on your iPhone.
Conclusion
Restoring an iPhone on a Chromebook may seem daunting but it’s a straightforward process. Just ensure that you have installed the latest version of iTunes for Chromebook, and follow the six steps we outlined in this article. Once completed, you’ll have a fresh and updated iPhone ready to use.