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Q: What happens to live photos downloaded via photo stream on a PC?

What happens to live photos downloaded via photo stream on a PC?

 

Do i get the short mov videos or only the picture?

Posted on Jul 23, 2016 9:13 AM

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Q: What happens to live photos downloaded via photo stream on a PC?

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  • by elcpu,Apple recommended

    elcpu elcpu Jul 23, 2016 12:02 PM in response to Zackdvd
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    Jul 23, 2016 12:02 PM in response to Zackdvd

    I am no expert on Live Photos but my understanding is that Live Photos do not transfer via Photo Stream, only the JPEG portion syncs. I also understand that iCloud Photo Library or a direct import via USB cable will transfer both the pictures and the movie files to the computer.