usamahfromtoronto
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Q: storage

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I'm not sure why 'other' is taking up so much space. I don't even know what's in it, it's taking up all my capacity and I want to get rid of it. please help.

iPhone 5, iOS 9.0.2

Posted on Jan 13, 2016 7:31 PM

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  • by Nubz N.,

    Nubz N. Nubz N. Jan 15, 2016 7:12 AM in response to usamahfromtoronto
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    Jan 15, 2016 7:12 AM in response to usamahfromtoronto

    Hi usamahfromtoronto,

     

    You are wondering about the "Other" storage on your iPhone.

     

    That is explained in this article: Check your storage on your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support

    • Other: Settings, Siri voices, system data, and cached files

    More about cached files in "Other" iOS storage

    Cached files are created when streaming or viewing content like music, videos, and photos. When you stream music or video, that content is stored as cached files on your iOS device. iTunes categorizes cached music, videos, and photos as Other instead of actual songs, videos, or photos.

    If storage amounts on an iOS device differ from what you see reported in iTunes

    Since iTunes categorizes cached files as Other, reported usage for Music or Videos might differ. To view usage on your iOS device, go to Settings > General > Usage > Manage Storage.

    If you want to delete the cached files from your iOS device

    Your iOS device automatically deletes cached files when it needs more space. You don't need to delete them yourself.

    Note the iPhone handles the Other storage automatically.

     

    Take care.