Why is my iPhone 5 not recognised by iPhoto on my macbook pro?

I have just recieved my iphone 5 and am trying to check that my photos etc have all moved across from my iphone 4 but my macbook pro doesnt recognise my 5 when I plug it in?, all software is up to date etc.
Any ideas???

Hello Gillmr,
Welcome to Apple Support Communities.
I understand that your Mac is not recognizing your iPhone when it is plugged in and different cables and USB ports have not made a difference. This article should help with further troubleshooting of this issue:
iTunes: How to remove and reinstall the Apple Mobile Device Service on Mac OS X 10.6.8 or Earlier
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1747
Regards,
Jeff D.

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