iPhone says I don't have enough space to update
I DO have space to run the update but it keeps telling me that I don’t have enough space
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I DO have space to run the update but it keeps telling me that I don’t have enough space
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Karibet Said:
"iPhone says I don't have enough space to update: I DO have space to run the update but it keeps telling me that I don’t have enough space"
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Thank you or the screenshot.
Clear Some Space...
Troubleshooting iPhone Storage:
Internal storage cannot be upgraded. It is what it is. So, the maximum internal storage capacity never increases, even if you upgraded your iCloud plan. Learn More here: What's the Difference Between Device Storage and iCloud Storage? Apple Support
So, what to do...
Clear Space Using my User Tips:
Karibet Said:
"iPhone says I don't have enough space to update: I DO have space to run the update but it keeps telling me that I don’t have enough space"
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Thank you or the screenshot.
Clear Some Space...
Troubleshooting iPhone Storage:
Internal storage cannot be upgraded. It is what it is. So, the maximum internal storage capacity never increases, even if you upgraded your iCloud plan. Learn More here: What's the Difference Between Device Storage and iCloud Storage? Apple Support
So, what to do...
Clear Space Using my User Tips:
You are cutting it too close; the iOS needs space to run and you are updating your iCloud photos which requires resources (space). You need to maintain an absolute minimum of 3 - 5 GB of empty space at all times - that is what you have now. You need to delete some stuff;I'd guess about 10 GB which will give you room for the download but also create a bit more empty space for everything to run smoothly.
Honestly, I think you need to have about 10-12 GB of free space on the phone to handle updates.
The workaround might be to use a PC or Mac for the update, since the computer stores a lot of the data that would be required of the iPhone.
Thanks 😊
iPhone says I don't have enough space to update