TouchCopy

TouchCopy is an application that transfers information from Apple devices such as iPhone, iPad, or iPod to computers running Windows or macOS. The program creates backups of contacts, messages, photos, music, and other files, allowing you to manage content on your computer without needing iTunes.

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• Contact Copy. Extracts the complete address book from the iOS device and saves contacts in VCF or CSV format. The data includes names, phone numbers, email addresses, and other stored contact information.
• Message Backup. Recovers conversations from Messages, including SMS and iMessage. Saves entire threads with timestamps and attachments in PDF or TXT format for archiving or printing.
• Photo Transfer. Copies images and videos from the device's camera roll and albums. Maintains EXIF metadata and allows you to select specific items or perform a full export.
• Music Management. Accesses the device's music library and transfers songs, playlists, and podcasts to the computer. Converts files to formats compatible with Windows or macOS.
• Note Copy. Recovers notes created in the Notes app on the iOS device. Preserves the original formatting and allows exporting them as text documents for external editing.
• File Extraction. Accesses documents stored in productivity apps like Pages, Keynote, or Numbers. Exports files created in these applications to standard formats.
• Calendar Backup. Copies events and reminders from the Calendar and Reminders apps. Exports the information in ICS format to import into other calendar applications.
• File Explorer. Browses the iOS device's file system to access folders of specific applications. Views and extracts internal documents not accessible through conventional methods.
• Call Logs. Recovers the call history with information on dates, duration, and call types. Exports the records in spreadsheet formats for analysis.
• E-book Copy. Extracts books purchased from Apple Books from the device. Converts books to formats compatible with other eBook readers.
• WhatsApp Contact Backup. Specifically accesses the WhatsApp database to extract contacts and profile information. Exports contact data separate from the system's main address book.
• Voice Message Transfer. Locates and copies voice messages saved on the device. Converts audio files to standard formats like MP3 or WAV for playback on other devices.

TouchCopy was developed by Wide Angle Software, a company specializing in data transfer software. The first version was released in 2008 to provide an alternative to the limitations of iTunes. The program is primarily written in C++ with specific components for communication with iOS devices. Wide Angle Software maintains regular updates for compatibility with new versions of iOS and operating systems. The company has developed other tools related to mobile data management and information recovery.

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