As we have iPhone, we all want to enjoy our favourite videos on it. While many people turn to iTunes as their default option to transfer videos from PC to iPhone, but it is not necessary that everyone likes iTunes. There are many reasons why people hesitate to use iTunes, such as difficult to understand, syncing issues, slow, time-consuming and not user-friendly. But, don’t worry! In this article, we are going to introduce some easy methods to copy videos from PC to iPhone without iTunes.
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What’s Needed
Before starting the methods, you need to prepare some necessary things to copy videos from PC to iPhone. Firstly, a USB cable to connect your iPhone to your PC. Secondly, a PC with a video player and a stable internet connection.
What Should I Pay Attention to?
One thing you need to remember is to make sure that the video format is supported by the iPhone before transferring. Usually, iPhones support MP4, MOV and M4V formats, but not all the formats are compatible with iPhone. Consequently, check the video formats before copying to avoid issues.
Method 1: Transfer Videos from PC to iPhone with FoneTrans
FoneTrans is a third-party application that allows you to transfer data like photos, music, videos, contacts, etc., from PC to iPhone. It is compatible with the latest version of iOS, and you can use it on both Windows and Mac operating systems. The steps are as follows:
1. Download and install FoneTrans on your PC from the official website.
2. Connect your iPhone to PC with a USB cable.
3. Choose "Video" that you want to transfer.
4. Click on "Add" and then select "Add File" or "Add Folder" to choose the videos you want to transfer.
5. After selecting the videos, click "Open" to transfer the videos.
6. Wait for the process to complete.
Pros:
– Simple to use
– Fast transfer speed
– User-friendly
– No data loss
Cons:
– Not free
– Limited functionality
– May be affected by security software
Method 2: Copy Videos from PC to iPhone with Dropbox
Dropbox is a cloud storage application available on both Windows and Mac operating systems. Dropbox application supports iPhone operating system by offering a mobile app that makes video transfer between PC and iPhone possible. The steps are as follows:
1. Download and install Dropbox application on your PC and iPhone from the official website and App Store.
2. Sign in to the Dropbox application on your PC.
3. Upload the videos you want to transfer to your Dropbox account.
4. Open the Dropbox app on your iPhone and sign in.
5. Choose the videos you want to download and tap on "Download".
6. Wait for the videos to download to your iPhone.
Pros:
– Free
– Quick and easy transfer process
– Online file storage
Cons:
– Requires a stable internet connection
– Limited storage capacity for the free version
– Limited video file size upload
Method 3: Transfer Videos from PC to iPhone with iTunes Alternative
There are many other iTunes alternatives available in the market, like WinX MediaTrans, AnyTrans, iMazing, etc. Here we are going to discuss AnyTrans. AnyTrans is a fast and safe alternative to iTunes that lets you manage and transfer content between your iPhone and PC without losing any data. The steps are as follows:
1. Download and install AnyTrans on your PC.
2. Connect your iPhone to your PC with a USB cable.
3. Click on the "Device Manager" icon and choose "Add Content to Device".
4. Click on "Movies" and either click "Add Movies", "Add Folder", or "Drag&Drop Movies" to select the video or folder you want to copy.
5. Click on the "Open" button to start the transferring process.
6. Wait for the process to complete.
Pros:
– Fast transfer speed
– Supports multiple formats
– User-friendly design
– No data loss
Cons:
– Not free
– Limited free version
– May experience technical issues
Why Can’t I Transfer Videos from PC to iPhone with iTunes?
1. iTunes is not user-friendly when it comes to data transfer.
2. iTunes will erase existing data on iPhone when syncing.
3. The iPhone only supports certain video formats, and some formats are not compatible.
4. Sometimes iTunes does not recognize the iPhone, or it takes too much time in syncing videos.
Suggestions
Each method we discussed here have its advantages and disadvantages. To make things easier, choose the method that suits your requirements the best. If you are looking for a quick and easy transfer process, go for Method 2 (Dropbox). If you want to transfer videos in multiple formats, use Method 3 (AnyTrans). And if you want to have your data safe while making a transfer, go for Method 1 (FoneTrans).
5 FAQs About Copying Videos from PC to iPhone without iTunes
Q1. What video formats are supported by the iPhone?
A1. iPhone supports MP4, MOV and M4V video formats.
Q2. Do I need an internet connection to transfer videos from PC to iPhone?
A2. It depends on the method you choose. In case you are transferring videos through a cloud storage application like Dropbox, available internet connection is required.
Q3. Is it free to transfer videos from PC to iPhone?
A3. It depends on the method you choose. Some methods are free, whereas others charge a certain amount.
Q4. How can I avoid data loss during the transfer process?
A4. You can avoid data loss by using third-party applications like FoneTrans or AnyTrans, which is designed to protect your data.
Q5. Can I transfer videos from PC to iPhone without using any third-party application?
A5. Yes, you can use cloud storage applications like Dropbox, OneDrive, or Google Drive to transfer videos from PC to iPhone without any third-party application.
Conclusion
To sum up, iTunes is not the only option to transfer videos from PC to iPhone. Indeed, the alternatives we discussed above, such as FoneTrans, Dropbox or AnyTrans are faster, easier, safer and user-friendly. They offer some benefits beyond iTunes, and we hope that you will find the best solution that fits your requirements.