If you have both an iPhone and a Mac, transferring data between them is likely a regular occurrence, including importing photos from your iPhone to your Mac. This blog will focus on how to import photos from the latest iPhone devices, including the iPhone 8/8 Plus and iPhone X, to a Mac in a simple and quick way. There are three easy ways to do this: using Qiling MobiMover, iPhoto, or AirDrop. Among these options, Qiling MobiMover is the most comprehensive and easiest solution, allowing you to import all photos from your iPhone to your Mac at once.
Qiling MobiMover is an all-in-one iPhone data transfer program that allows users to transfer photos and other data from Mac to iPhone or vice versa. The program is compatible with Mac operating systems from 10.7 to 10.13, making it accessible to a wide range of users. It supports transferring various types of data, including photos, videos, audios, contacts, messages, notes, calendars, voice mails, and Safari bookmarks and history, making it a convenient tool for freeing up space or backing up important data.
Step 1. Connect your iPhone X, iPhone 8, or iPhone 7 to your Mac, then run Qiling MobiMover and select "Phone to Mac" to start the process.
Step 2. To transfer photos from your iPhone X/8/7 to Mac, make sure the "Pictures" option is checked, allowing you to save exported files anywhere on your computer or external hard drive. This transfer process also enables the transfer of other files, including videos, audio, contacts, messages, and more.
Step 3. Transferring files from iPhone to Mac not only frees up device space but also keeps your data safe, making it a great way to manage your digital life. To start, click the "Transfer" button to begin moving photos from your iPhone X/8/7 to your Mac.
iPhoto is the default photo app on Mac and can be used to transfer photos between iPhone and Mac. To do this, simply follow these steps:
1. Connect your iPhone 8/8 Plus/X to the Mac via the original USB cable.
2. To start, open the iPhoto app on your Mac. This will automatically scan and load all the photos on your iPhone.
3. To transfer photos from iPhone to Mac, select the desired photos and click "Import Selected" to transfer them. You can also choose to delete the selected photos from your iPhone or keep them.
AirDrop allows wireless file transfers from iPhone 8/8 Plus/X to Mac or other iOS devices. To use it, enable Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and AirDrop on both devices, and keep them within 30 feet. If AirDrop isn't working, follow troubleshooting guides to resolve the issue.
1. Open Photos app on your iPhone 8/8 Plus/X.
2. To import photos to your Mac, tap the "Select" button in the top right corner of the screen to choose the photos you want to import.
3. Tap the "Share" icon in the lower left corner of the screen.
4. To transfer photos from iPhone to Mac, open AirDrop on your iPhone, select your Mac, and choose the photos you want to transfer. On your Mac, accept the transfer to receive the photos.