This comes down to CloudKit, Apple’s software framework that acts as a backend as a service. Apps can use CloudKit to store data in iCloud and keep everything synced across devices and on the web.
We repaired an iPhone to see if iOS 18 fixes iPhone repair
What makes iPhone repair so difficult?” And immediately the answer was: a lot. I’ve never repaired a phone before, so I was particularly nervous that the first one I was opening was an iPhone. This …
Apple discontinues iCloud backups for devices running iOS 8 or earlier
In a significant shift, Apple has officially stopped supporting iCloud backups for iPhones and iPads running iOS 8 or earlier. As announced in November, this change took effect this week, marking the …
iPhones and iPads Running iOS 8 or Earlier Can No Longer Be Backed Up to iCloud
Users with iPhone and iPads running iOS 8 or earlier can no longer backup their device to iCloud. Apple in November announced the change and it has now gone into effect.
Apple ends iCloud backup support for iOS 8 and earlier
As Apple warned on November 19, it’s ending iCloud backup support for iOS 8 and earlier. Device backups now require iOS 9 or later. Apple says this is to align more closely with its published minimum …
iOS 18.3 Public Beta 1: Only Small iPhone Changes (So Far)
Note that the beta is not the final version of iOS 18.3, so there could be more features to land on your iPhone when iOS 18.3 is released. There’s no word on when Apple will relea …
These Are the 8 iPhone Settings to Change First After Installing iOS 18.2
Before you visit family for the holidays — and help them update their technology — now is the perfect time to make sure your iPhone is all set with the newest features in iOS 18.2. That’s …
5 New Things You Didn’t Know Your iPhone Could Do
The latest software update, iOS 18.2, recently rolled out and gave your current iPhone some cool new tricks. Here’s what you need to know.
Apple pushed hard by EU to make iOS and iPadOS more interoperable
The European Union has published several recommendations for Apple to make iOS and iPadOS more interoperable with competitors following two separate proceedings launched in September, sparking …
11 iOS 18.2 features to try on your iPhone first — that aren’t Apple Intelligence
Apple Intelligence is definitely the headliner when it comes to iOS 18.2, the most recent update to Apple’s iPhone software. But the list of new features doesn’t end with Image Playground, Genmoji and …
Want to Save Your iPhone Battery? Kill These 2 iOS Settings
We’ll show you two iOS features that both put a strain on your iPhone’s battery to varying degrees and how you can turn them off to help preserve battery life. Here’s what you need to know. If you want more battery saving tips and tricks, check out how to …
iOS 18.3 public beta now available, here’s what to expect
Apple has released the iOS 18.3 public beta, offering its next iPhone software update in advance preview. Here’s what to expect.
11 iOS 18.2 features to try first on your iPhone that aren’t Apple Intelligence
Apple Intelligence is definitely the headliner when it comes to iOS 18.2, the most recent update to Apple’s iPhone software. But the list of new features doesn’t end with Image Playground, Genmoji and …
Apple Seeds First Public Betas of iOS 18.3, iPadOS 18.3, and macOS Sequoia 15.3
Apple today seeded the first public betas of upcoming iOS 18.3, iPadOS 18.3, and macOS Sequoia 15.3 updates, allowing the public to test the …
iOS versions: Every version of iOS from the oldest to the latest
Steve Jobs holding the first iPhone at the launch in 2007. Things changed significantly in iOS 11 in 2017 as it brought the first touch and gesture interface, allowing the first iPhone without a …
iOS 18.2: Here’s How to Change or Undo Your iPhone’s Mail Categories
Your iPhone doesn’t always sort your emails into the best folder, but you don’t have to use the categories if you don’t want to.
What Are the Features & iPhone Changes For iOS 18.3 Beta?
iOS 18.3 beta is now out for developers and is expected to come out soon for the public. This new beta brings a host of new features and changes for iPhone users. Accordingly, many are wondering what …