If your Mac says that a software update is required to connect to iPhone or iPad
You might see this message if the software on your Mac needs to be updated to support the newer software on your iPhone or iPad.
The message says that a software update is required to connect to your iPhone (or iPad, or iOS device), and asks if you would like to download and install this update now. Click Install. After the update is installed on your Mac, you should be able to connect to your device as expected.
If you continue to see this message, update macOS on your Mac.
Learn what to do if your Mac doesn't recognize your iPhone or iPad.
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