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What does syncing with iTunes do?
Synchronization is the process of ensuring that your iTunes and iPad/iPhone contain the same up-to-date files. If you add, change, or delete a file from one location, the synchronization process will add, change, or delete the same file at the other location.
Can I use iCloud and iTunes at the same time?
When you set up your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, you can use the same Apple ID for iCloud services and purchases on the iTunes Store, App Store, and iBooks Store. You can use different Apple IDs for iCloud and Store purchases and still get all of the benefits of iCloud.
Can I backup my iPhone to both my computer and iCloud?
1 Answer. Yes, this is possible. The options you’re referring to in iTunes relate to automatic backups. You can achieve what you want by enabling iCloud backups (either in iTunes or in your iPhone’s settings) and then manually doing a backup to iTunes whenever you want.
Do you have to sync your iPhone with iTunes?
There’s no other way to add content to it. If you have an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch: You only need to sync your device with iTunes if you want to do any of the following: Add your iTunes playlists to your device (unless you subscribe to Apple Music or iTunes Match) Add photos, contacts, and calendars to your device (if you don’t use iCloud)
Why are my notes not syncing with iCloud?
I waited for 30 minutes. Then switched on iCloud on my phone, and tested making notes on my phone, and in iCloud via the browser and it all synced immediately. I then added my iPad – and the same – all synced immediately – then added my MBA and notes synced immediately between all four.
What’s the best way to sync my iTunes library?
Automatic syncing is the quickest and easiest option: it updates your device to match your iTunes library whenever you connect the device. You can select which items are automatically synced (for example, your entire library or just certain playlists).
How does iCloud work on iPhone and iPad?
That means, for example, that if you update contact information on the iPhone, the change gets pushed to all your Macs, iPads, iPod touch devices — any Apple device logged into the same iCloud ID. Beyond simple data syncing, iCloud is used for storage, similar to DropBox or Microsoft’s OneDrive.