India, Dec. 4 -- Many users rely on Google Photos to store and manage their images, but the free storage limit often forces a choice between a paid plan and a switch to another service. If you want access to your photos across devices without depending on Google's subscription model, several options can fill that gap.

Most phones already include built-in photo apps that can handle basic storage and organisation. Apple users can rely on the Photos app with iCloud support, while Samsung offers the Gallery app along with Expert RAW for users who want more control. Other brands like OnePlus and Huawei provide their own default gallery apps. These apps offer simple editing tools and local storage, so they work well if you do not need cloud sy...