title: Do I need apple MFI program to access sms of IOS device through usb cable?
body: <p>I make a C# application for sms backup.
  I want to access SMS/MMS of IOS device through usb cable to perform a backup.</p>
  
  <p>I don't want to install anything on the device.</p>
  
  <p>I see the apple's MFI program. <a href="https://mfi.apple.com/MFiWeb/getFAQ.action#1-1" rel="nofollow noreferrer">https://mfi.apple.com/MFiWeb/getFAQ.action#1-1</a> </p>
  
  <p>The available technology that I want is  "iPod Accessory Protocol (iAP), the protocol used to communicate with iPhone, iPad and iPod"</p>
  
  <p>Do I need that MFI program ?</p>