IPhone 3gs backup

When syncing my iPhone it does a backup - my backup is taking over two hours!
I have recently changed phone to a 32GB 3GS so it restored from my previous 3GS but I am only using 14GB so it shouldn't be a space issue.
Any ideas anybody?

I've got a two year old 3G and had an original iPhone that my son still uses. When I sync my phone that has about 10GB used, the backup takes about 30 seconds, the entire sync process takes about 1.5 minutes. The only time it has taken significantly longer than that was when I got the 3G replaced for a warranty issue and the first backup after the setup took longer. Been fine ever since.
While disabling the backup as you describe may quicken the sync process, it just puts you in a risk situation of not having a backup to rely on if you should need it for a restore. Also, since iTunes backup has to do with changes since the last backup, the more you disable it, the longer it will take because it will have to create an entire new backup.

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I just received my Verizon iPhone 4 - I've been waiting forever for this - AT&T does not have any 3G coverage in my area.
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I just recently turned on my iphone 3gs since 2010 & It shows me the usb and itunes screen. Most likely it needs an upgrade on the IOS software
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Mac: ~/Library/Application Support/MobileSync/Backup/
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1. Started iTunes, connected iPhone 4S, turned on Airplane mode.
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