Fix ‘iTunes is waiting for changes and won’t sync’ Issue on iPhone iOS – Guide

Many iPhone users have experienced difficulty syncing their device with iTunes. Fortunately, there are simple solutions to this issue. If your iPhone 6s isn’t syncing with iTunes, it could be due to the sync session not starting on your device or an outdated version of iTunes. This post will provide steps to resolve the issue for any major iOS version.

Many iOS users have reported that their iPhone recovery process has stalled while waiting for an error. If you’re one of them, this article is for you. Generally, this issue can arise when updating or restoring an iPhone using iTunes and there’s a disruption in the connection between the device and the software. Possible causes include a damaged USB port or cable, an unstable connection, or an outdated version of iTunes.

How to Solve the problem

Backing up your voice memos is essential. Follow the instructions at how to back up to iTunes for details on how to do so.

Users should remove all “Recordings” files from their iPhone directory to free up storage space.

iOS users should take steps to ensure their devices are secure, such as updating their operating system and using a passcode. iPads, iPods and iPhones all require regular updates to keep them safe from potential security threats. Additionally, setting a passcode can help protect personal data stored on the device.

Go to your iPhone settings, tap your iCloud account and select the model that matches your device. For iPhone X users, tap it and turn off the Find My iPhone feature.

To ensure your device is running smoothly, check the Downloads section of the iTunes Store app. If any downloads are in progress, you can either wait for them to finish or delete each one.

To ensure your recordings are not duplicated, open Voice Memos and check for any grayed notes. If present, reset the device to clear them. Additionally, access your iTunes library to make sure there are no duplicate recordings.

Press the power and home buttons simultaneously to reset your device. Hold until the Apple logo appears, then turn on your device to see if you can delete voice memos.

What to do on iTunes

Turn off automatic downloads on your device to avoid unwanted content.

To ensure your device isn’t automatically downloading content, go to Settings and deselect the iTunes and App Stores’ automatic download settings.

To delete music from your iPhone, open the iTunes app and select the “Manually added music” option in the Music tab. All songs present in the list can then be removed.

To delete all music from your iPhone or iPad, open the iTunes app and uncheck the “Sync Music” button on the Music tab. Tap Apply to confirm.

To ensure successful syncing, it is essential to back up all files on your iPad or iPhone.

To reactivate Sync Music on your iPhone, back up your device and leave Voice Memos unchecked. If the feature still doesn’t work, it could be due to a corrupted voice memo.

To ensure your iPhone is not automatically syncing music and other files, go to the settings and disable the sync feature once it has finished.

Back up your voice memos to your Mac or iCloud account before deleting them. Find out how to do this through iTunes.

Head to your directory and erase all files.

Cleaning all files in your voice memo application is essential if you suspect the database is corrupt.

If you’re having trouble getting your iTunes library to sync, give it another go.

Final note

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