Apple Stores iCloud Data In Google Servers

While it has been rumored for years, it wasn’t until recently that Apple finally confirmed that it was using Google’s servers to store its iCloud data. Reports that this was the case started back in 2016, but the company has never provided any insight as to whether or not this was true. Now, Apple has updated its iOS Security Guide, which indicates that files uploaded to the cloud using its products are stored in servers owned and operated by Google.

The development was recently reported by CNBC, noting how the decision to use the much bigger servers by the search engine company is an indication that Apple is now getting a lot of usage with its cloud services. The company had previously relied on Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure for remote storage, but it seems this is no longer the case.

With regards to the specifics of the new arrangement, there is no mention of what other types of services are included. Right now, the only solid detail available is that the photos and videos of users who own any Apple devices will be stored on Google’s servers. The document also failed to mention when the Cupertino firm decided to make the switch from its previous service providers.

When asked about the matter, Apple declined to comment, The Verge reports. One thing is clear, however, and that is that Google now has another big client to add to its list.

Its cloud services apparently bring in $1 billion per quarter in revenue for the company. In comparison, Amazon Web Services does about $5 billion per quarter.

For regular users who don’t really care where their files are stored as long as they are safe, these changes might not mean much. For those who are little more conscious about where their data is kept, however, this is at least worth noting.