iCloud vs photo stream
So, I use iCloud photos to store all my pictures. Do I need to use Photo Stream at all? I can view all my photos on my MAC, my iPhone and my iPad.
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I only use iCloud Photos. It will sync all of your photos with iCloud and all of your devices.
See the information in About iCloud Photos and My Photo Stream - Apple Support for the differences, including the following excerpt:
iCloud Photos
- Uses your iCloud storage.
- As long as you have enough space in iCloud, you can store as many photos and videos as you like.
- Stored in the original format at full-resolution.
- You can turn on Optimize Storage and save space on your device.
- Edits are stored in iCloud and stay up to date on your Apple devices.
My Photo Stream
- Doesn't count against your iCloud storage.
- Uploads your last 30 days and up to 1000 photos.
- Downloads to your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch in a smaller resolution. On your Mac or PC, your photos download in full-resolution.
- Edits you make won't update across your devices.
