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iOS Backup Machine

Want to back up your iPhone securely without paying the Apple tax? There’s a hack for that, but it isn’t for everyone... yet

By Wayne Williams published

Want to back up an iPhone locally without iCloud fees? A small Linux-powered device offers encrypted USB backups but you've got to put in the work to set it up.

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A man lost '20 years of digital life' thanks to an Apple gift card –here's how

By Alex Blake published

A developer’s Apple Account got banned after they used a compromised gift card, locking away their digital life.

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Cloud in Hand

Best cloud storage of 2025: tested, reviewed and rated by experts

By Benedict Collins last updated

I've ranked the best cloud storage services of 2025, to help you keep your data secure in the cloud.

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What is iCloud+? And is it worth the money?

By Alex Blake published

Wondering if you should upgrade to a paid iCloud+ plan? Here’s everything the service has to offer.

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The best free cloud storage 2025

By Desire Athow last updated

We've tested the best free cloud storage services, to help you to back up your files, folders and other data safely and securely offsite.

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Google confirms the UK has not asked it to weaken encryption with a backdoor – unlike Apple

By Monica J. White published

Google has just confirmed that the UK hasn't asked it to weaken its end-to-end encryption by installing a backdoor. Apple wasn't so lucky, though.

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iCloud was down – Here's everything we know about issues with Apple's web apps, Photos, and more

By Jacob Krol last updated

If you can't log in to iCloud.com, you're not alone

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Apple hikes some iCloud and Apple One subscription prices in several countries - could more be on the way?

By Mike Moore published

iCloud+ price rises hit several South American nations - might more be on the way soon?

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The iPhone 14 next to an iPad 10.2 (2022)

How to sync iPhone and iPad – iCloud, Photos, Calendars, and more

By Jamie Richards published

One of the big perks of buying an Apple product is the iCloud ecosystem, which keeps everything updated and connected across your devices – here’s how to sync your iPhone and iPad.

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Tim Cook

The EU wants Apple to open iOS to competitors and this is the mother of all bad ideas

By Lance Ulanoff published

The EU wants Apple to open its OS and key features to competitors, which is a very bad idea.

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