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iOS 27 Lets Other People Use Up Your iCloud Storage
With the release of iOS 27, Apple has modified the functionality of Shared Albums, causing uploaded content from collaborators to utilize the album owner's iCloud storage. This change allows for higher resolution uploads without downsampling but adds a layer of complexity regarding storage management. Users must remain vigilant about who they share albums with to avoid unintentional storage charges, particularly when large files are involved. Existing albums will not be affected unless users actively opt to upgrade.
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Published 21 Aug 2026, 10:45 UTC1 min read
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Summary
TL;DR
- New Shared Albums retain full resolution in iOS 27.
- Collaborators' uploads to Shared Albums count against your iCloud storage.
- Existing Shared Albums remain unaffected unless upgraded.
- New contributions can lead to increased storage costs for users.
- Public beta of iOS 27 available now.
Interesting facts
- Users can now upload high-resolution content to Shared Albums.
- Apple opens up Shared Albums to web contributors via iCloud.com.
Coverage gaps
- Potential user feedback on the new changes is unclear.