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My phone is 128GB. My storage says I’ve used 92.6 GB. I bought 200GB of iCloud. It says my iCloud is full. How is that the case if I only have 92GB used?

iPhone 12, iOS 16

Posted on Sep 26, 2023 9:49 PM

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Posted on Sep 26, 2023 9:59 PM

brielle158 Said:

"iCloud storage: My phone is 128GB. My storage says I’ve used 92.6 GB. I bought 200GB of iCloud. It says my iCloud is full. How is that the case if I only have 92GB used?"

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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:

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Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Sep 26, 2023 9:59 PM in response to brielle158

brielle158 Said:

"iCloud storage: My phone is 128GB. My storage says I’ve used 92.6 GB. I bought 200GB of iCloud. It says my iCloud is full. How is that the case if I only have 92GB used?"

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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:

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