This post has been updated since it was originally published on July 18, 2021.
It’s such a disappointment to realize your iPhone is running at a snail’s pace and, despite spending so much money on your device, there’s little you can do except deal with the delays. But here’s the reality: there are a few good iPhone hacks that you may not even know about that can speed up your battery power and make your iPhone so much more efficient. They take just a few minutes to perform and will keep you hanging onto your current phone for so much longer (and saving so much money in the process). Tech Expert Jason Wise, chief editor at EARTHWEB, shares the iCloud hacks every Apple store employee loves because it makes your iPhone run like brand new. The more insight you have into these hacks, the happier a consumer you’ll be.
Optimize iCloud Storage
By enabling the "Optimize Storage" option in iCloud settings, Wise says your iPhone will automatically optimize storage by keeping lower-resolution photos and videos on your device while storing the original high-resolution versions in iCloud. “This helps to free up space on your iPhone without compromising the quality of your media files,” he adds.
Use iCloud Keychain for Password Management
“iCloud Keychain allows you to securely store and autofill your passwords across all your Apple devices,” Wise says. “By enabling iCloud Keychain in your settings, you can conveniently manage your login credentials without the need to remember or repeatedly enter them.”
Best of all: this not only saves time but also enhances the security of your accounts.
Enable iCloud Drive for File Access
iCloud Drive enables seamless access to your files across all your Apple devices, Wise says. “By storing your files in iCloud Drive, you can access them from your iPhone, Mac, or iPad and work on them effortlessly,” he adds. “This improves productivity by ensuring you have access to important documents, presentations, or any other files you may need while on the go.”
Use iCloud Photo Library for Seamless Photo Management
iCloud Photo Library automatically syncs your photos and videos across all your devices, Wise reveals. “By enabling this feature, you can easily manage and organize your photo library, create albums, and have instant access to your entire collection from any device,” he says. “This hack improves convenience and ensures that your memories are securely backed up.”
If you didn’t already know it, iCloud is a valuable tool — one that can do even more to add convenience to your life than you previously thought.
