What is iCloud Backup and Why people Use it?

You’d have probably heard the words “cloud backup” or “Cloud computing” . if not, here’s the definition-

Cloud is the data stored on a computer server ( the Internet!) which can be accessed by only the ones who own it. This enables the users to access or download the uploaded data anywhere through any device. You can store anything- Photos, Videos, Contacts, Documents and everything!

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Well, Now you’re familiar with the term- “Cloud” computing….Now, here’s another question-

 

What is iCloud?
iCloud is a cloud storage service by Apple. This service is available to the ones who apple products. You just need to have an Apple device to use this cloud service. This allows to share data such as Music, Videos, Photos, Documents, Contacts and iOS applications with multiple remote devices with Apple’s Operating System (iOS Devices such as iPhones, Macs With OS X Lion or above or windows with Microsoft Vista Service Pack 2 or above.)  This service also allows the users to wirelessly backup their data in iCloud storage.

Why People Use iCloud Backup? 
Here are some features which makes iCloud backup awesome-

5GB Free Storage-

I’ve come across many cloud services, but this one’s the best because it offers you free storage space up to 5GB for your mails, contacts, documents and backups. And you can extend the storage to a certain extent with an yearly fee.

Separate, Unlimited Backup For Photos and Paid Content-

The photos you click and the content you’ve are isolated from the free storage and its unlimited! So you never have to pay to backup your photos or the content you’ve purchased through iTunes. You just have to turn on the Photo Stream Service to backup the photos automatically.

Easy To Backup and Runs Automatic Backups –

The Backups are automatically created and uploaded to iCloud whenever your device is connected to a high speed WiFi network which makes it amazing! You can even backup your data manually by following the below given steps-

Go to Settings, and tap iCloud. Select the “Storage and Backup” option at the bottom of the screen.Back Up Now, and the backup process will begin.

Integrated With All Your Devices-

If you just downloaded an Album on your iPhone, you’d probably find it on your Mac on the table, apple TV on the hall and also on your iPod in the bedroom without even copying it to all those devices. I really love this feature.  You need not use a cable to copy or sync stuff between your gadgets, iCloud will do the job!

Enjoy More Space On Your Device-

Backup the less used data in iCloud and delete it from your phone. Voila! You now have more space for your games and apps.

Stores Almost Everything-

• Contacts

• Calendars

• Bookmarks

• Mail

• Notes

• Shared photo streams

• Documents you save on iCloud

Backups All the Important Data-

• Purchased content

• Photos and videos from your Camera Roll

• iMessage and SMS messages

• Ringtones

• Your device settings

• Application data

• Home screen and app organisation

• Visual Voicemail

Other Features-

It has many more features such as it stores your contacts, its stores all your billing information and the payments made to the iTunes or Apple which enables it to remember all your paid content which can later be downloaded for free.

Final Verdict-

Its probably the best and the most Robust cloud storage for Apple Users. It makes you fell like the future is already here! The best part is that it offers a free space of 5GB and can be extended at affordable rates. Try it out for sure!