Open iTunes by selecting its respective shortcut in themacOS Dockorfrom within Launchpad.

iTunes will no longer automatically open when an iPhone or other iOS gadget is connected to your Mac.

This is certainly convenient if you want to use the app to sync songs, movies and other files.

screenshot of iTunes menu on macOS

screenshot of iTunes General Preferences on macOS

screenshot of iTunes Devices Preferences in macOS

screenshot of iTunes Devices Preferences on macOS