I am using Photos 2.0 (451.20.9) on macOS Sierra 10.12.1 (16B2555) and new Photos are not downloaded. This only happens on one machine (pictures on iCloud.com are OK, as well as on a second Sierra machine and two iOS devices).
I tried
- to repair the Photos library (by pressing command+option after starting it
- disabling Photos in the iCloud settings (with the warning that everything will be deleted) and re-enabling it
The Photos settings just show that it is uploading (?) but nothing happens
Same result: I get my pictures up to one month ago.
Photos shows
but nothing happens (even after a couple of days and reboots).
Any idea on how to force a sync?
Best Answer
First, confirm that My Photo Stream is enabled on your Mac by going to the Photos app, then Photos > Preferences in the menu bar. Click the iCloud tab and ensure the My Photo Stream box is checked. Second, confirm the same on your iPhone or iPad by going to Settings > iCloud > Photos. The My Photo Stream option should be turned on there. If both of these are already set correctly, follow the steps below:
From My Photo Stream not updating in Mac Photos app