Syncing stops at step 2 in itunes

Any recommendations? I have tried multiple times to sync my iphone 5 with itunes. It will get about 99% through Step 2 of 6 (according to status bar) then just stop and stagnate there. I have removed prior backups and restarted iTunes multiple times and nothing. Has anyone else had this same problem?

Having the same issue. The best Apple can say is they think it's my connection, which is absurd, since iCloud is seamlessly updating my contacts and calendar, and the whole point of WiFi is NOT to plug in. I've read some people have had to delete their iTunes libraries and re-add; I think I'm going to seek a refund. Disgusted.

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Thank you for using Apple Support Communities!
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http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1430
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http://support.apple.com/kb/ht5137
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http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1766
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