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Microsoft’s new Photos app combines your PC, OneDrive, and iCloud galleries
Publication: The Verge
Author: Jess Weatherbed
Source published: 15/10/2026, 14:53:38 UTC
Briefing created: 16/10/2026, 00:23:58 UTC
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Briefings
Microsoft redesigned the Windows 11 Photos app to merge PC, OneDrive, and iCloud photo libraries into a single browsing interface. Users must enable Camera Backup in the OneDrive mobile app and configure iCloud for Windows to activate this feature. The update aims to streamline photo management and improve app performance, though full functionality depends on specific setup steps.
Key points
- Windows 11 Photos app now combines PC, OneDrive, and iCloud photo libraries into one browsing interface.
- Users must enable Camera Backup in the OneDrive mobile app and configure iCloud for Windows to activate the feature.
Context
Microsoft redesigned the Windows 11 Photos app to merge photo libraries from PC, OneDrive, and iCloud into a single browsing interface, aiming to streamline management and improve performance.
Limitations
Full functionality requires enabling Camera Backup in OneDrive mobile app and configuring iCloud for Windows; specific setup steps remain to be completed by users.
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