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what's the difference in photo settings between 'Optimize iPhone Storage' and 'Download and Keep Originals'?

What's the difference in photo settings between 'Optimize iPhone Storage' and 'Download and Keep Originals'?

Posted on Jul 31, 2020 6:35 PM

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Jul 31, 2020 6:41 PM in response to BrendaMK58

See the following from Set up and use iCloud Photos - Apple Support

If you turn on Optimize Storage, iCloud Photos automatically manages the size of your library on your device. Your original photos and videos are stored in iCloud and space-saving versions are kept on your device. Your library is optimized only when you need space, starting with the photos and videos you access least. You can download the original photos and videos over Wi-Fi or cellular when you need them. You can use Optimize Storage on your iPhone, iPad,iPod touch, and Mac.

If you turn on Download Originals, iCloud Photos keeps your original, full-resolution photos and videos in iCloud and on your device.

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