Prevent iTunes from Opening Automatically (when you plug your device in)

Problem: When you plug in your Apple device, iTunes pops up automatically & starts syncing

Solution: Ctrl + , → Devices

iTunes 9 Not Syncing a Playlist

Problem: You have the playlist you want on your iPhone checked in the iPhone menu in iTunes, but you sync your iPhone & the playlist doesn't seem to have been loaded.

Solution 1: R click the (smart) playlist > Edit Smart Playlist > uncheck "Live Updating" > sync iPhone

Solution 2: Add the following rule to the Smart Playlist (while keeping "Live Updating" checked)

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Tested On: Apple iPhone 3g + iTunes 9