Sync options in iTunes

I sent the following to iTunes Feedback:
Since iTunes 9.2 has drastically slowed down backing up iPads & iPhones, I suggest that there be 3 sync options:
1. Both backing up & syncing (as currently done)
2. Backup Only option
3. Sync Only option
The user could select which option to use each time with the current way as the default.

You can always click on the little X to right of where it says backing up. That will stop the back up and let you sync the ipod.

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Not sure I am understanding what type of music that is on your phone but not your Mac? Is it music you purchased from iTunes directly on your phone?
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I , too , was wondering why the most important service that I was waiting for , was not available.... the check box for "music" does not appear.
It turns out that this service is ONLY available to users that have an AMERICAN iTunes account....
sadly , apple dons't say that and in the web site it seems that this sync service for music is availale for all.
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iOS: Device not recognized in iTunes for Windows
paying special attention to item #5
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Also see:
iPod not recognised by windows iTunes
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Howdy CalSeedy,
The following article contains tips that can help get iTunes to recognize your phone again.
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http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1538
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