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iCloud backups for iPhones running iOS 8 and older to be deleted and discontinued

iCloud backups will soon stop working and even be deleted on older iPhones running iOS 8 and prior, with users needing to update their devices or use an alternate backup method.
By Blip Tech 1 min read

Apple has announced that starting December 18, 2024, iCloud backups will no longer be available for devices running iOS 8 or older. This means that users with iPhones operating on these outdated systems will need to update to a newer version of iOS in order to continue creating and accessing iCloud backups. For those unable to update their devices, Apple suggests using a Mac or PC to create manual backups via Finder, Apple Devices, or iTunes apps. Devices still running iOS 8 or earlier after the deadline will have their backup data deleted.

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