iCloud vs Dropbox: Why Both Are Terrible Choices [AVOID]
iCloud's pathetic 5GB free tier (unchanged since 2011) vs Dropbox's 2GB free tier and three security breaches. Both are terrible. Here are better alternatives.
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What Takes Up Space In My iCloud Storage?
Your iCloud storage is full of photos, backups, and mystery bullshit. Here's what's actually eating your 5GB and how to fix it.
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How to Back up iCloud Photos & Videos (NOT Using iCloud)
Apple's 5GB free iCloud storage is insulting in 2025. Here's how to back up your photos to better alternatives that won't hold your memories hostage.
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How Can I Free Up iCloud Storage on My iPhone?
Apple's 5GB free iCloud storage fills up fast. Here's how to free up space on your iPhone without paying Apple forever.
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iCloud Storage Upsell: Apple's Highest-Margin Business (Built on Dark Patterns)
Apple's iCloud storage upsell generates 75% profit margins, among the highest in Apple's entire business. It works because of a 14-year-old 5GB scam, notification spam, and ecosystem lock-in. Here's how much you're overpaying and how to escape.
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How Can I Get Rid of the "iCloud Storage Is Full" Notification?
That 'iCloud Storage Is Full' notification won't go away? Here are your three options: delete files, disable backups, or pay Apple. Or escape entirely.
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Best iCloud Alternatives: Escape Apple's 2TB Maximum and Ecosystem Lock-In
8 better alternatives to iCloud. I make $0 from Apple, but here are 8 options without the 2TB limit or forced ecosystem lock-in.
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