August 2019 • Macworld 127HELP DESK- Now back in the iCloud settings, tap iCloud
Backup and tap On. This will proceed to make a
backup if you’re connected to a Wi-Fi network. - Next, follow Apple’s instructions (fave.
co/2S3sauv) for restoring an iOS device
from backup.
Can you opt out a Mac for
iCloud Photos? Yes, but click carefully
When you own multiple Macs that are linked to the
same iCloud credentials and you also have iCloud
Photos turned on, you may want to not sync the
iCloud Photos library to every one of your Macs.
Is that possible? Yes, but you need to read the fine
print before checking or unchecking boxes.
Apple uses iCloud Photos (the newish name for
iCloud Photos Library) as its keystone for letting
you have your photos and videos on all your iCloud-
linked devices. Through a combination of sync
of thumbnails and full-resolution media, you can