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iCloud glitch sends users pictures to strangers’ accounts | Digit

Microsoft recently launched the iCloud for Windows app, which allows users to connect their iCloud accounts with the Photos app on their PCs. This app has already developed a glitch and a pretty serious one at that. According to users who have posted on the MacRumors Forum, the glitch sends users pictures to strangers’ accounts. 

What is the iCloud for Windows glitch?

Users reported receiving strangers’ pictures in their accounts and also reported that their pictures were not being uploaded to the right accounts. Some users have also reported that they received corrupted videos that showed scan lines on a black screen. These issues were thrown into the limelight as early as November 17, which was just a week after Microsoft launched the new app.

What is the iCloud for Windows app?

The iCloud for Windows app has been created to allow users to consolidate all their content and storage options in one place. This means that content from cameras, OneDrive, and iCloud Photos would all be available in the same app. The main USP of the app is that it lets you access Apple’s iCloud storage, making it convenient for users who own Apple iPhones, but not an Apple laptops. 

The photos from different sources are all placed in their own pre-labeled folders for easy identification. However, if you’re using Windows 11, you’ll see all the content in a single gallery-like display.

A user on the MacRumors Forum tested the glitch on multiple devices to ensure that this was not a device-related error. The user utilised a laptop with Windows 10 Pro and two with Windows 11 Pro and experienced the same glitch every time He also tested the glitch on different Apple devices like the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max, Apple iPhone 11 Pro, and an iPad. 

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