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iCloud for Linux
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this post was submitted on 15 Jul 2025
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This package is essentially comprised of web apps which open in their own windows. It will not have the deep system integration that you may be used to on native MacOS. You could use this, or you could use iCloud in your browser like one might do with GSuite
Ah ok, thanks
I suppose the biggest thing I’m looking for a solution for is photos.
I have my phone to set up to sync to iCloud, which then automatically download to my desktop, which is then automatically backs up via Time Machine.
How could I transition this behaviour to Linux keeping in mind I’ll be using an iPhone for at least another 3 years?
You could also restructure your workflow slightly. Instead of downloading from iCloud, there are good options to sync directly from your phone to your PC. I use an app called PhotoSync. It allows you wirelessly offload photos from phone to PC at the touch of a button, or even automatically, I believe. It's a one-time purchase too, not subscription. It also supports Linux targets via open protocols.
Cool I’ll check this out