Stop iTunes from opening automatically when connecting bluetooth
By Abbey Dufoe Updated 10/24/2018 * This post is part of iPhone Life's Tip of the Day newsletter. Sign Up. * Show By default on Mac, iTunes opens automatically when you plug your iPhone or iPad into your computer. If you have a Mac, the Photos app will also automatically open. But for many people this causes a lot of problems, including computer freezes. Luckily, you can disable iTunes auto launch pretty easily. Well go over how to stop iTunes from opening automatically when your iPhone is connected as well as how to disable Photos auto launchwhen your iPhone is connected. Youll need to change these settings on your computer, so have it ready. Contents: How to Stop iTunes from Opening Automatically How to StopPhotos from Opening Automatically How to Stop iTunes from Opening AutomaticallyIf you want to prevent iTunes from opening when connecting your iPhone or iPad, theres an easy way to fix it! You'll have to follow these steps for each iOS device. To do this:
Now iTunes will no longer open automatically when you plug in your iPhone or iPad; youve successfully disabled iTunes auto launch. *Pro-Tip:If you still want to sync automatically without having iTunes pop up, click the Sync with this iPhone over Wi-Fi option in the same panel. Your phone will now sync automatically when both your Mac and iPhone are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. How to Prevent Photos from Opening AutomaticallyTo stop the launch of that pesky Photos app on Mac:
You will now need to manually open the Photos app when your iPhone or iPad is plugged in and you want to manage your pictures. Top image credit: Denys Prykhodov / Shutterstock.com TopicsHow-To iPhone Apps iTunes Photos Apple Apps Troubleshooting Utilities Photo & Video |