I synced my 3G with itunes for the first time and lost all contacts and information on phone, help?

I synced my 3G iphone with itunes for the first time, and lost everything on my phone. how do i get it back?

You don't.
You synced your iPhone with iTunes for the first time after how long?
And this didn't happen by syncing only. This means you transferred the backup for another iPhone or you restored the iPhone with iTunes. It is not possible for everything to be lost by syncing alone. All iTunes content on your iPhone can be lost but not any photos in the Camera Roll and the same for contacts unless you synced contacts with an empty address book application on your computer.

Similar Messages

  • When I plugged my iphone into the computer for the first time I lost all of my music and my ringtones. Is there a way to get them back without buying them back?

    When I plugged my iphone into the computer for the first time i lost all my music and ringtones. Is there a way to get them back without buying them again, or will I have to buy them again.

    Download the free app My Contacts Backup and use it to back up the contacts on your device now (it will back them up as an attachment to an email that you send to yourself).  Then restore your device to your most recent backup to see if it will recover your contacts.  If not, if necessary you can open the email and tap the attachment to re-import the contacts you have now back to your device.
    If you need to restore to an iCloud backup this has to be done in the initial setup process, which requires you to first erase your device.  If you have any more recent data on your device now that is not in the backup that you want to save you'll need to do that first.  Then go to Settings>General>Reset and tap Erase All Content and Settings.  You will then go through the setup screens on your device, and when given the option, choose Restore from iCloud Backup (see image below).  Be sure you are connected to wifi and your charger as this will take some time to finish.

  • Connecting a used iPhone with iTunes for the first time

    When i bought my 5s end of last year i switched it on coming out of the box, without connecting it to iTunes. I started making back-ups to iCloud.
    Now i want to connect it to iTunes to make a back-up, but iTunes thinks it's a new device and only proposes me either to restore an old back-up, or to start using the device "as new".
    I'm afraid of losing everything chosing that last option, and the last back-up on my iMac must be one of my iPhone 4 so i wouldn't want that either.
    Now how can i make a back-up with iTunes in that case?

    not sure if you read what i wrote..
    iTunes only proposes me to either restore an old back-up, or to start using the device "as new".
    So it's not possible to click any backup button in this case

  • I updated ITunes for the first time.  Now all my music is gone,  How do I get it back.  I teach dance classes and need it now.

    Also some agreement is coming up.  What is that?  I should have left it alone.  I am so frustrated as I need this music to teach classes.

    While that may work9I do not think it will) with iTunes purchased music it will not work for other music.
    - Transfer iTunes purchases by:
    iTunes Store: Transferring purchases from your iOS device or iPod to a computer
    - For other music you will need a third-party program like one of those discussed here.
    Copy music

  • I synced my phone with iCloud for the first time and it put ALL of my husband's contacts on my phone. How to I take contacts off my iphone and reinstall only mine?

    I have archived my contacts on my computer and can reinstall only those, but I can't figure out how to wipe all of his contacts off my iphone.

    You don't.
    You synced your iPhone with iTunes for the first time after how long?
    And this didn't happen by syncing only. This means you transferred the backup for another iPhone or you restored the iPhone with iTunes. It is not possible for everything to be lost by syncing alone. All iTunes content on your iPhone can be lost but not any photos in the Camera Roll and the same for contacts unless you synced contacts with an empty address book application on your computer.

  • Sync to new PC. How do I sync existing iPhone 4 to the new iTune for the first time?

    I just switch to new PC, and so came with new iTune.  How do I sync existing iPhone 4 to the new iTune for the first time?
    iTune library has no music/app, and i don't want to loose what's on iPhone.  Help!

    Oh no, I now have two more situtations; error 13019 and needed software update for version 5 (iphone). In which order should I do?  I feel so helpless....

  • Syncing itouch to itunes for the first time. How do get data on itouch to the itunes library?

    Syncing itouch to itunes for the first time. How do I get data that is on theitouch to the laptop itune library without erasing the data on the itouch?

    Hey saltorre1!
    I have an article for you that can help you with that question:
    iOS: How to transfer or sync content to your computer
    http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1296
    Thanks for using the Apple Support Communities!
    Cheers,
    Braden

  • Hi I bought a new iPhone 4 with iOS 6.1.3 installed. When I connected it to itunes for the first time to activate it iTunes asked me to enter the password for an account that the iPhone is locked with what shall I do? PLease help

    Hello everybody
    I bought a new iPhone 4 with iOS 6.1.3 installed. When I connected it to itunes for the first time to activate it iTunes asked me to enter the password for an account that the iPhone is locked to like if the device was used before what shall I do? PLease reply soon

    I can't do that because the device was purchased from United Arab Emirates and I got it as a gift in Syria but the problem is that there is not even a single apple store in Syria so is there another way to fix that, I googled it and was told to jailbreak the device whitch I did and than hacktivated it but the problem is the device doesn't connect to any network and only shows "no service" and the battery draining too fast so is there any other way to fix this issue

  • I have just installed iTunes for the first time. When I run the application I get a "iTunes not working" message. Operating system Vista (32 bit). I have tried reinstalling with all firewalls off, but still no success. Have other people had this problem?

    I have just installed iTunes for the first time. When I run the application I get a "iTunes not working" message. Operating system Vista (32 bit). I have tried reinstalling with all firewalls off, but still no success. Have other people had this problem?

    Drrhythm2 wrote:
    What's the best solution for this? I
    Copy the entire /Music/iTunes/ folder from her old compouter to /Music/ in her account on this new computer.

  • Help syncing itunes for the first time

    I am trying to sync my iphone onto my itunes for the first time. I am signed into itunes, but when I plug my iphone into itunes, itunes does not recognize that there is a device

    Before you connect your iPhone to your computer, go to iTunes > Preferences and check "Prevent iPods and iPhones from syncing automatically."
    Or Prevent automatic syncing one time, without changing settings: Open iTunes. Then, as you connect iPhone to your computer, press and hold Shift-Control (on a PC) until you see iPhone appear in the sidebar.
    Then, download this program: http://www.wideanglesoftware.com/touchcopy/index.php
    It can retrieve your voice memo and there is a free demo.

  • I put my new iPhone into iTunes for the first time, and chose to back it up to the iTunes i had on my iPod, but that made all my contacts on my sim card disappear, how can i get these contacts back?

    i put my new iPhone into iTunes for the first time, and chose to back it up to the iTunes i had on my iPod, but that made all my contacts on my sim card disappear, how can i get these contacts back?

    Have a read here...
    https://discussions.apple.com/message/18409815?ac_cid=ha
    And See Here...
    How to Use Multiple iDevices with One Computer

  • When connecting my iphone 4 to itunes for the first time i get the following message "cannot connect to this device because Apple Mobile Service is not started" what does this mean and how do I solve it?

    when connecting my iphone 4 to itunes for the first time i get the following message "cannot connect to this device because Apple Mobile Service is not started" what does this mean and how do I solve it?

    I'd start with the following document with that one:
    iPhone, iPad, iPod touch: How to restart the Apple Mobile Device Service (AMDS) on Windows

  • Hello! Just connected a used iPhone to iTunes for the first time. I'm trying to restore it to factory settings/default. The phone is connected via Wi-Fi and is updated to the most recent OS that the phone allows. The computer is also connected to the

    Hello! Just connected a used iPhone to iTunes for the first time. I'm trying to restore it to factory settings/default. The phone is connected via Wi-Fi and is updated to the most recent OS that the phone allows. The computer is also connected to the internet. But I still get the error: "itunes could not contact the iphone software update server because you are not connected to the internet." I also connected via iTunes and authorized the computer, but still have the same issue. Really, all I need to do is completely wipe the phone and start from scratch for safety's sake.
    Help?

    Did you check your security software settings?
    Third-party security software might conflict with iOS devices connecting to iTunes. Follow this article to troubleshoot issues that might be caused by your security software.

  • How do I sign in to my iTunes for the first time? Everytime I try it says I have not used iTunes before, and to review my account information.

    How do I sign in to my iTunes for the first time? Everytime I try it says I have not used iTunes before, and to review my account information.

    It sounds like you are trying to create a new icloud account, not just logging into an existing account.  When you type in your Apple ID and get that error, it's because you are trying to create an account using the same ID that is already being used in another account.
    Go to Settings>iCloud and scroll to the bottom of the screen.  If you are logged in, press the Delete button, then try logging in with the existing ID.
    As for pics, the most secure way is to connect ipod to PC with USB and look at the Photos tab for your device in iTunes.  Using Photo Stream is another way, but it doesn't always work, depending on conditions.

  • I am having trouble purchasing a movie on iTunes for the first time

    I am having trouble with purchasing a movie on iTunes for the first time. It requires me to answer my secret question which I do not remember and when I request an email nothing happens

    Hey antonio.b5,
    Thanks for using Apple Support Communities.
    If you can't recall your Apple ID security questions and answers, the optional rescue email provides a way to reset them.
    Rescue email address and how to reset Apple ID security questions
    http://support.apple.com/kb/ht5312
    Have a nice day,
    Mario

Maybe you are looking for

  • I am NOT making the same mistake twice (help)

    Okay I must be really stuck and/or confused with logic. Because I have worked out my syntax errors. Now I am at a place I think you have all been, guessing and checking. Nothing seems to work. Here is my problem. I have a switch statement and the use

  • Have you guys thought about as an option to upgrade nvidia 8800 GS.etc

    have you guys thought about as an option to upgrade nvidia 8800 GS to nvidia 200 series,nvidia gtx 260 and 280 model's for the 3ghz+ intel imac and your next gen line or even your towers as well even funcom and gear works are behind it 100% just as a

  • Windows 2008 R2 SP1 - SCDPM 2012 sp1 ru3 tape recovery vhd error 1001

    recovering vhd from tape shows me an error 1001 ,no information, I try to access the page and nothing appears.  try it several times and it's the same, I did the complete restoration of a virtual in a network folder and does so without problems. 

  • Rights to folders on netware server

    Ok this may be a simple question but I have never worked with Zenworks 10. I have been asked to create a bundle. it runs a batch file on a Netware server. I have created the bundle how ever when it runs i get the following error. \\server\volume\ADMi

  • How to downgrade firmware without Airport Utility?

    Since updating my Express firmware to 7.5.x I have not been able to connect to the internet. After factory resets I am not even able to connect to the Express through Airport Utility even though it see's the router. After six hours of trying and read