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I buy a space but still shows me that iPhone storage full

I buy a space but still shows me that iPhone storage full

iPhone 11, iOS 14

Posted on Feb 9, 2021 12:18 PM

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Posted on Feb 9, 2021 12:22 PM

You cannot buy more storage for your phone - it will always have the amount it came with. You can buy space in iCloud, Apple's synching service. To create space, you must delete photos, messages, apps, etc. Be sure to save important photos and data to your computer or external drive. Read this ...

What's the difference between device storage and iCloud storage? - Apple Support

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Feb 9, 2021 12:22 PM in response to sadi35

You cannot buy more storage for your phone - it will always have the amount it came with. You can buy space in iCloud, Apple's synching service. To create space, you must delete photos, messages, apps, etc. Be sure to save important photos and data to your computer or external drive. Read this ...

What's the difference between device storage and iCloud storage? - Apple Support

Feb 9, 2021 12:21 PM in response to sadi35

You are dealing with two different kinds of storage. You need to learn how to use iCloud settings on your device to better manage the fixed space on your device.:


What's the difference between device storage and iCloud storage? - "Learn the difference between your device and iCloud storage, ways to manage your space, and where to buy more if you run out." Click here --> https://support.apple.com/HT206504



I buy a space but still shows me that iPhone storage full

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