UK again demands access to iCloud data
iCloud in focus: Great Britain demands access to encrypted data. Apple defends privacy and warns of global risks.
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Tag: iCloud
Since October 2011, iCloud has connected all Apple devices via the Apple Account. Apple's cloud service syncs photos, videos, files, notes, calendars, contacts, reminders, Safari tabs, passwords, messages and app data across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Apple TV and Vision Pro – as well as via iCloud.com on the web and official apps for Windows. iCloud+ expands the free 5 GB allowance with storage plans up to 12 TB and adds features such as Private Relay, Hide My Email, HomeKit Secure Video, custom email domains and Advanced Data Protection with end-to-end encryption.
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