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SOLUTION: Windows 10 not recognizing iPhone/iPad/iPod
It’s annoying when your computer doesn’t recognize a USB device you just plugged in. Instead of continuing your tasks, you have to troubleshoot the problem and see if you can fix it yourself. The only thing worse is when that happens to your smartphone.
If your computer doesn't recognize your phone when you connect a USB cable to your Android device or iPhone, you can try one of the eight tips below to fix the problem.
Regardless of what devices you are using, be it Android or iPhone, Mac or Windows, start with the obvious. Try restarting your devices. This simple step goes a long way and can help with your connectivity issues.