Itunes not recognising iphone 3GS. iphone is in a loop of searching..with image of connector to "itunes" on screen. Very frustrating - please help

itunes not recognising iphone 3GS. iphone is in a loop of searching..with image of connector to "itunes" on screen. Very frustrating - please help

Check first if your iTunes is up-to-date. If it's updated, try using a different cable or try plugging it to a different USB port.

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