Apple has started the rollout of an update for its iCloud app, aimed at Windows 10 and 11 users. This update brings a revamped interface as well as additional features, with a focus on enhancing synchronisation and overall user experience for individuals using iPhones and iPads. Apple's redesigned iCloud app for Windows is compatible with Windows 10 and 11 OS, features a revamped setup experience to simplify onboarding.


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Also, it includes a syncing status indicator for various services, providing clearer feedback on the number of items downloaded or uploaded. The update brings the following:



  • Support for secure sign-ins with physical keys

  • Reduced sign-in prompts

  • Better performance for syncing photos with Microsoft Photos

  • Clear status updates on syncing progress

  • Quick access shortcuts to iCloud content


Furthermore, users now have the option to use a physical security key for signing into their Apple ID accounts. Moreover, the enhanced app minimises the frequency of sign-in prompts, enhances photo-syncing performance with Microsoft Photos, and provides convenient shortcuts to access various other Apple services.


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To recall, last September, Apple revamped iCloud.com, adding functionalities such as browser notifications for Mail and Calendar on PC, a customisable homepage with quick action capabilities, and a slideshow view for photos.


Meanwhile, through the iCloud for Windows app, you can conveniently access a wide range of content from your Apple devices on your Windows PC, including:



  • iCloud Passwords: Manage passwords on your PC, sync them across devices, and generate time-based one-time passwords.

  • iCloud Photos: Keep your photos updated across all devices, create shared albums, and view them in Microsoft Photos.

  • iCloud Drive: Safely store and access files, and share them directly from File Explorer.

  • iCloud Contacts, Calendars, and Bookmarks: Keep them up to date across all devices and view them in Outlook or other browsers.