I have a calculator photo vault that no longer works because it needs to be updated…How do I retrieve my photos?

I have a calculator photo vault that no longer works since the 14.5 update…How do I retrieve my photos?

Posted on May 4, 2021 9:16 AM

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Posted on Jun 6, 2021 10:23 PM

I had the same issue and was able to extract my images through a tedious procedure. I discovered a Swiss app called iMazing and after carefully vetting it as a legit app downloaded it to my computer. It lets you create a backup of your iphone on your PC and gives you a windows style access to file folders. When you complete the backup, the main screen shows you your basic iPhone icons including one for Apps>Calculator+>Backup>Library>Data. This data folder seems to contain the actual files but they are all renamed to alpha numeric strings with .mov and _thumb extensions. Copy these to your desktop and rename them with a .jpg extension (eg Pic1.jpg, Pic2.jpg). Both the .mov and thumb files were my jpg files. I didn't have any videos stored, but I'm guessing you can make out which are videos by file size and then try the appropriate extension when renaming. I told you it's tedious, but at least you can get your stuff back. Unfortunately the trial version only gives you 10 free file downloads after which you have to buy the License for $49.99. Maybe there's a way to figure out where the data is stored on the PC to bypass that issue if you don't need all the other functionality that it provides. Hope that helps

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Jun 6, 2021 10:23 PM in response to Hoody2shoos

I had the same issue and was able to extract my images through a tedious procedure. I discovered a Swiss app called iMazing and after carefully vetting it as a legit app downloaded it to my computer. It lets you create a backup of your iphone on your PC and gives you a windows style access to file folders. When you complete the backup, the main screen shows you your basic iPhone icons including one for Apps>Calculator+>Backup>Library>Data. This data folder seems to contain the actual files but they are all renamed to alpha numeric strings with .mov and _thumb extensions. Copy these to your desktop and rename them with a .jpg extension (eg Pic1.jpg, Pic2.jpg). Both the .mov and thumb files were my jpg files. I didn't have any videos stored, but I'm guessing you can make out which are videos by file size and then try the appropriate extension when renaming. I told you it's tedious, but at least you can get your stuff back. Unfortunately the trial version only gives you 10 free file downloads after which you have to buy the License for $49.99. Maybe there's a way to figure out where the data is stored on the PC to bypass that issue if you don't need all the other functionality that it provides. Hope that helps

May 23, 2021 3:44 PM in response to Hoody2shoos

I have a similar problem except it’s with My Media. After updating to 14.5 your new iOS system is telling me that My Media needs to be updated. Only problem is that it’s not in the App Store and I can’t contact the manufacturer. It’s always worked great until now. I have 1000’s of pics and vids stored in this app so this is very very upsetting. Can you help me open this App or change your iOS so I can continue using this wonderful App?

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