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So I had bought more storage because it was telling me that I needed to buy some more so when I went to buy some i still couldn’t do anything I couldn’t take pictures I couldn’t download nothing n all my messages go as text message what do i do

Posted on Jul 31, 2021 8:45 PM

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nayshkaliz Said:

"Storage: So I had bought more storage because it was telling me that I needed to buy some more so when I went to buy some i still couldn’t do anything I couldn’t take pictures I couldn’t download nothing n all my messages go as text message what do I do"

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Read the Following:

I. Device Storage Vs. iCloud Storage:

Purchasing more iCloud Storage does not increase your internal storage. Internal storage is what it is. It cannot be upgraded. For more, refer to the link provided atop this post.


II. Clear Space:

A. Clean TV and Music Libraries:

Remove all unneeded files from your TV and Music Libraries. Full-Movies take up 2-4GB typically, and a bunch of those would take up a load of storage, ideally. So, if you have any movies that are not needed, then delete them.

Also...


B. Clear Temporary Internet Files:

Clear your Temporary Internet Files(Cookies & Cache) of Safari:

Also...


C. Clear "Other":

Clear the storages named "Other". It basically contains unnecessary files such as caches that are used for system ease of use - all of which gather over time: How to Clear "Other" in your iPhone's Storage - Use Backup - User Tip

Posted on Jul 31, 2021 8:57 PM

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Jul 31, 2021 8:57 PM in response to nayshkaliz

nayshkaliz Said:

"Storage: So I had bought more storage because it was telling me that I needed to buy some more so when I went to buy some i still couldn’t do anything I couldn’t take pictures I couldn’t download nothing n all my messages go as text message what do I do"

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Read the Following:

I. Device Storage Vs. iCloud Storage:

Purchasing more iCloud Storage does not increase your internal storage. Internal storage is what it is. It cannot be upgraded. For more, refer to the link provided atop this post.


II. Clear Space:

A. Clean TV and Music Libraries:

Remove all unneeded files from your TV and Music Libraries. Full-Movies take up 2-4GB typically, and a bunch of those would take up a load of storage, ideally. So, if you have any movies that are not needed, then delete them.

Also...


B. Clear Temporary Internet Files:

Clear your Temporary Internet Files(Cookies & Cache) of Safari:

Also...


C. Clear "Other":

Clear the storages named "Other". It basically contains unnecessary files such as caches that are used for system ease of use - all of which gather over time: How to Clear "Other" in your iPhone's Storage - Use Backup - User Tip

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