Traditionally, we all use USB lightning cable to sync our iPhone or iPad with iTunes. There’s another way to sync and that is by using Wi-Fi connection. In case you have lost the lightning cable or it is broken you can use Wi-Fi to sync your iOS device with iTunes. Below is the guide explaining the process, have a look at it.
How to Sync iPhone with iTunes over Wifi Without Cable
Step #1. For the one-time setup, you’ll need to connect your iPhone or iPad with iTunes using USB Lightning cable. Step #2. Open iTunes → click on the “iPhone” icon. Step #3. On the left sidebar, click on “Summary“. Step #4. Bring cursor on the right side of the screen where Summary is displayed. Step #5. Scroll down to “Options” section and check “Sync with this iPhone over Wi-Fi“. Step #6. Apply the changes by clicking “Apply” button located at bottom-right of the screen. This will begin the syncing process via USB cable. Step #7. Once the sync process is completed, you can remove your iPhone or iPad’s USB connection. Step #8. Now on your iOS device, launch the Settings app → Tap on General. Step #9. Tap on iTunes Wi-Fi Sync. Step #10. You should now see your PC or Mac name on the list. Step #12. Tap the name of your PC or Mac and then tap on “Sync Now” to begin syncing over Wi-Fi. Please Note: You’ll need to keep your iOS device in charging while syncing over Wi-Fi. One more thing you should check is that your PC/Mac and iOS device should be in the same Wi-Fi network. That’s all; you have now successfully setup the sync process over Wi-Fi. From now on, you’ll not need to worry about tangled USB connection to sync your iPhone or iPad with iTunes.
