Restoring your iPhone using an iCloud backup is a straightforward process that ensures all your data is transferred seamlessly to your new device. Whether you’ve recently upgraded to a new iPhone or ...

I have an iPhone 5 due to arrive shortly and I'm wondering if now is the time to "start clean" or "restore from iCloud backup" when I set it up? I'll say that I've never restored - ever - I've always ...

The next time you accidentally delete something from iCloud, you don't need to head to four different pages to recover it. Instead, you can head to iCloud's Data Recovery page and find almost ...

Discover how iCloud simplifies storage, syncing, and privacy for Apple users. Learn tips to optimize your iCloud experience ...

Make sure Apple Watch and old iPhone are updated and synced to iCloud > back up old phone > set up new phone. When asked to use Apple Watch, select Continue > keep devices close > follow on-screen ...

Photo: Charlie Sorrel/Cult of Mac Why would you bother to back up your iMessages? After all, they’re all stored in iCloud these days, right? Well, yes your messages are all stored in iCloud, but ...

This is Cult of Mac’s exclusive column written by an actual Apple Store Genius who answers all your questions about working at an Apple Store. Our genius must remain anonymous, but other than “Who are ...

I understand you're eager to install the iOS 26 public beta, now available, but don't rush headlong into the update. Once you ...

Have you ever wondered what happens to your emails when you empty your trash folders? You might think they are gone forever. That’s not always the case. That's great news for those who might ...

I'm not seeing reports of iOS 26 installs going sideways, but I still always take these steps before making a major upgrade. Jeff Carlson writes about mobile technology for CNET. He is also the author ...

If you're anxious to see that everything important from your old phone makes it to the new one, here are some tips to make ...