Just tried updating itunes and now will not run: apple mobile device failed to start
I was prompted to update iTunes on my Windows 7 PC. Tried to do so but now iTunes refuses to run. An error message continually appears saying that the Apple Mobile Device fialed to startr. I have tried unistalling and reinstalling without success. I would be grateful for advice! I have not had any iTunes issues on my PC before this "upgrade".
Hello, Wessail.
Thank you for visiting Apple Support Communities.
Here are the best steps to help you resolve this issue.
How to restart the Apple Mobile Device Service (AMDS) on Windows
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1567
iTunes 11.1.4 for Windows: Unable to install or open
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS5376
Cheers,
Jason H.
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