Apple no longer uploading media to ‘My Photo Stream’ ahead of scheduled shutdown
Apple announced last month that it plans to discontinue its My Photo Stream service this summer. Today marks the deadline for media uploads using the free iCloud feature. This effectively ends the service after more than a decade of providing a basi.....»»
How to move photos from My Photo Stream to iCloud -- or elsewhere
Apple will be shutting down My Photo Stream on July 26. Here's how to make sure those photos are saved, and still shareable to all your devices, using iCloud Photos or an alternative service.When iCloud first launched back in 2011, there was no iClou.....»»
How to share passwords with family & friends in iOS 17
Apple has enhanced its iCloud Keychain password manager over the years, and its latest addition allows users to share passwords and passkeys. Here's how to activate the feature in iOS 17.Shared Passwords in iOS 17Users can use iCloud Keychain to ensu.....»»
Crime blotter: Finance director at nonprofit used embezzled funds at Apple Store
In the latest Apple Crime Blotter, a store is robbed of iPhones by a man with a box on his head, iCloud evidence is to be used against a politician, and a deputy is accused of pulling a gun on teens.The latest in an occasional AppleInsider series, lo.....»»
Share passwords on iPhone: How to use Family Passwords in iOS 17
iCloud Keychain gets a major improvement with iOS 17 – the ability to seamlessly share credentials with anyone. Follow along for a look at how to share passwords on iPhone in iOS 17 with the new iCloud Keychain feature. more… The post Share pa.....»»
1Password passkey support for the web launches in public beta on the Mac
More pieces are coming into place for the gradual transition from passwords to passkeys. Apple already supports passkeys with iCloud Keychain, and now 1Password is launching support on the web for its browser extensions. more… The post 1Password.....»»
How to turn off iCloud"s default settings in macOS and iOS
When you purchase a new iOS device, most iCloud options are on by default. Here's how to change them if you don't necessarily want to be cloud-connected for everything.The push towards cloud services continues, and iCloud is Apple's cloud offering wh.....»»
Apple is shutting down the really old "My Photo Stream" on July 26
Apple's free "My Photo Stream" service technically provides one way to upload recent photos, but the service is old, and Apple is finally ready to make the full transition to iCloud Photos for all users.Apple iCloud PhotosApple on Friday confirmed th.....»»
How to recover Notes stored on your Mac
Apple's Notes app stores local copies of your Notes on your Mac. Here's how to find them.Apple's Notes app lets you store notes locally and in iCloud. For both types of notes, macOS makes a local copy and stores them for the Notes app to use. Should.....»»
iOS 17 accessibility features with Personal Voice, "AI" and Siri at WWDC, iCloud wishlist
Hear about iOS 17's new accessibility features, the WWDC "special activity," and the iCloud Drive woes that led your host to wipe his MacBook Pro on the AppleInsider Podcast.iOS 17 includes some interesting accessibility featuresApple pre-announced a.....»»
Apple ID services currently down for many, users unable to login or make payments
Update: Apple’s support page has acknowledged an issue with ‘iCloud Account & Sign In’, stating that the service may have been slow or unavailable for some users. Many users right now are facing errors trying to log in to services that depend.....»»
Apple’s former head of iCloud will be in charge of making GM EV software without CarPlay
Here’s a twist in the ongoing story of GM and CarPlay. General Motors has hired Mike Abbott to run its software team, the company announced today. That’s the same Mike Abbott who just left Apple after spending five years in charge of iCloud soft.....»»
Apple’s former head of iCloud will be in charge of making GM car software without CarPlay
Here’s a twist in the ongoing story of GM and CarPlay. General Motors has hired Mike Abbott to run its software team, the company announced today. That’s the same Mike Abbott who just left Apple after spending five years in charge of iCloud soft.....»»
PSA: ‘Atomic macOS Stealer’ malware can compromise iCloud Keychain passwords, credit cards, crypto wallets
Back in March, we saw a piece of malware surface for macOS called MacStealer that’s able to compromise iCloud Keychain passwords, credit card information, files, and more. Now a new malware called Atomic macOS Stealer is being sold as a service to.....»»
Apple Savings is here, Apple Stores are in India, Apple"s headset is coming
The first Apple Stores have opened in India, Apple Savings has started in the US, plus there are problems in the iCloud, and more on the AppleInsider podcast.Tim Cook in India (source: Apple)Apple has always been very good at getting money out of all.....»»
Proton launching end-to-end encrypted password manager beta as an iCloud Keychain alternative
Delivering on one of Proton Mail users’ top requests for years, Proton is starting the beta of its password manager. Naturally, coming from Proton, it features end-to-end encryption and is open source so anyone can audit the security features. Rea.....»»
How to back up an iPhone using Mac, iCloud or PC
Backing up an iPhone is just great practice for reinstalling iOS or recovering lost photos. Here's how to back up your iPhone using Finder, iTunes, and iCloud......»»
Apple Services ending for some older OS versions -- but it"s not a big deal
A reliable source says internal documents reference the end of Apple Services support, except iCloud, for older versions of iOS 11, macOS High Sierra, and others starting in May, but it isn't going to be a problem for most users. Here's why.iCloud wi.....»»
Apple service support to end for iOS 11 era software in May
A reliable source says internal documents reference the end of Apple Services support, except iCloud, for iOS 11, macOS High Sierra, and others starting in May.iCloud will still work on iOS 11 and related releasesApple released iOS 11, macOS High Sie.....»»
How to make archive copies of your iCloud content
Apple's iCloud keeps copies of your synced data, but making consistent archives of your online content can be tricky. Here's how to do it.iCloud is Apple's cloud service which allows you to share data across devices seamlessly. The idea is you can sa.....»»