PhotoSSD
Open your Apple Photos library (.photoslibrary) directly from a compatible external SSD. Browse on iPhone or iPad without copying the whole library to your device or uploading it to the cloud.
iPhone · iPad / iOS 17+Independent apps
Small apps.
More freedom.
Independent apps for the devices you already use. Meet PhotoSSD: a way to browse your Mac Photos library from an external SSD on iPhone and iPad.
.photoslibrarySSD → iPhone / iPad
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A new way to revisit your photos.
Your Mac Photos library holds years of memories. PhotoSSD is a dedicated viewer that lets you enjoy that collection from an external SSD on your iPhone or iPad.
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Get your library ready.
Understand .photoslibrary files, prepare a drive, and check your connection before you start browsing.
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