How to sync iPhone 4 with a new computer?

Hi,
I just gave my iPhone 4 to someone else but he said he is unable to sync the phone to his computer. He said that the phone is still 'tied' to my computer. How can he sync the iPhone without erasing anything on the phone?
Thanks in advance!

h1kk1chan wrote:
Hi,
How can he sync the iPhone (to a new computer with a new owner) without erasing anything on the phone?
This is definitely not a good idea. Either he owns the iPhone or you own it.
Once he takes over ownership of the iPhone, he should do Settings > General > Reset > Erase all content and settings and make the iPhone his own. Otherwise, you will get in each other's way regarding messages, FaceTime, music, apps, etc.
Once the iPhone is erased, he can set it up as new using his computer and his iTunes.

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