The best way to backup iphone other than iCloud with a PC?

If you are on Windows 10 and only need to back up your photos, the iPhone Sync open-source tool is your best bet. It is obscure, free, and does exactly what you need.

I believe that for users who value privacy, using this as the backup method for iPhone (instead of using iCloud) is the most ideal choice. The reason is that it is open-source. Its code is completely transparent - anyone can view it to confirm that there is no hidden tracking, data collection, or unexpected behavior. This level of trust is something that proprietary paid tools cannot provide. Moreover, since it runs entirely through the command line, it is always free, with no restrictions or daily usage limits.

Step 1: Make sure Python is installed on your Windows computer.

Step 2: Open the Command Prompt or Terminal window on your computer.

Step 3: Enter the following command and press Enter: pip3 install iphone-sync. This will download and install the iPhone Sync software from the Python package repository.

Step 4: Connect your iPhone to your computer using a USB data cable. When prompted on your iPhone, click "Trust this computer" to allow access.

Step 5: Run the iPhone synchronization command to start backing up your photos. The tool will detect the iPhone you are connecting and transfer your photos to your computer.