iCloud
iCloud stores files, like music, documents, and pictures, in your Apple iCloud account on the web. Storing data “in the cloud” or “in iCloud” simply means that files such as pictures, videos or documents are copied (uploaded) to Apple’s computers, synced to your other devices on the same account (if you choose), and available to you from the Internet.
If you lose, break, or replace your device, a backup in iCloud makes it possible for you to restore all your important photos, calendar dates, contacts, and more.
Apple gives you 5 gigabytes of free storage. Content you buy from iTunes (like TV shows and music) does not count against the 5 GB.
- On the Home screen, tap Settings > Apple ID (your name) > iCloud.
- If asked, sign in using your Apple ID. Note: Use the same Apple ID on all devices to sync data and purchases.
- Accept the Terms of Service.
- Under Apps Using iCloud, select the apps you want to sync. Tap Show All to see all relevant apps.
A gigabyte, commonly written as “GB,” is a measure of storage capacity. A GB is a billion bytes of storage. That’s quite a bit, enough for about 200 songs or several hundred photos.