Many of Apple’s services, such as Apple Music, Apple TV, and iCloud for Photos, can be accessed on Windows PCs, but the process isn’t nearly as seamless as it is on a Mac. However, Microsoft on Wednesday announced that it’s going to get a lot easier.
During its Surface Event, Microsoft revealed that the Windows 11 Microsoft Photos app will soon have the ability to directly access Apple’s iCloud Photo Library. iPhone users will soon be able to sync and manage their libraries on their computer just like they do on a Mac. This is the new feature. iCloud Windows appThe app will be updated over the coming months to include the option to sync iCloud photos, but beta testers are still welcome to test it out. Windows InsiderThe new feature can be tested now by the program.
Microsoft Photos in Windows 11 will soon be able to access iCloud Photos directly from the Microsoft Photos app.
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Microsoft also announced the availability of Apple Music and Apple TV desktop applications for Windows in the coming year. That’s a relief for Windows users who have had to access Apple TV+And Apple MusicThrough the internet. Apple Music can be used to access music, but other services like podcasts or books will still require the use of the new Apple Music. iTunes for Windows app.
Xbox users can download the new Apple Music app from the Xbox Console Apps store. You can use it to play background music while you’re playing games. It goes along with the Apple TV app that’s already available.
Apple has made it clear that its Services division needs to grow. This is happening with great revenue growth over the last couple years. Apple must look beyond its ecosystem to continue that growth and make improvements. Apple TV, Apple Music and iCloud for Photos are all accessible via Windows. However, no other services offer direct access. These changes should assist users who were dissuaded by Apple’s inability to optimize access outside of its ecosystem.
Editor’s note: updated 10/12/2022 at 2 p.m. PT to clarify that the iTunes for Windows app is needed for podcasts, books, and other services other than music.
