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Forcing photos sync in IOS 18

Since updating iPad mini to 18 it has stopped syncing photos. My iPhone is still on 17 and usually updates but I can click on ‘sync now’ to force a sync but since updating the iPad to 18 it doesn’t sync if there is a sync now it’s well hidden.

iPad mini 5

Posted on Oct 20, 2024 9:53 AM

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Oct 20, 2024 10:04 AM in response to cloth ears

cloth ears wrote: … if there is a sync now it’s well hidden.

Everything is hidden until you know where to look, I guess! I found the following here:

If your iCloud Photos aren't syncing to your device - Apple Support


If your photos aren't syncing, check the status bar in the Photos app for a status message, then follow the onscreen directions or learn what your status message means


On your iPhone or iPad

In iOS 18 or later:

    1. Open the Photos app. 
    2. Tap the profile button in the upper corner.
    3. You can check your library status below your name and photo count. 




Forcing photos sync in IOS 18

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