{"id":4030,"date":"2022-07-22T11:24:42","date_gmt":"2022-07-22T07:24:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ispace.am\/blog\/?p=4030"},"modified":"2026-06-18T15:23:53","modified_gmt":"2026-06-18T11:23:53","slug":"why-would-you-want-an-iphone-with-more-storage-capacity","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ispace.am\/blog\/en\/why-would-you-want-an-iphone-with-more-storage-capacity\/","title":{"rendered":"How Much Storage Do You Need in an iPhone? Comparing Storage Options and Choosing the Best One"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Running out of free space on a smartphone is inconvenient: you constantly have to move content to the cloud or delete files. You cannot expand the built-in storage of an iPhone or replace the drive after purchase, so it is important to choose the right capacity from the start based on your needs.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The base configuration, 128 GB, is suitable for those who mainly use their phone for calls, messaging, and chats, with little content stored on the device or most of it kept in cloud storage. The universal option is 256 GB: it lets you store apps, music, and media files on your smartphone. For taking photos and videos, 512 GB or 1 TB storage options are a better choice.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Let\u2019s figure out how much storage you need in an iPhone for everyday and professional tasks. iSpace experts in physical stores in Yerevan and in the online store can help you choose the right iPhone storage capacity for your requirements.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-8766\" src=\"https:\/\/ispace.am\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Blog-aktualizatsiya-_Skolko-pamyati-nuzhno-v-iPhone_-Sravnili-raznye-obemy-pamyati-vybrali-luchshii-_-_-Foto-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1366\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ispace.am\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Blog-aktualizatsiya-_Skolko-pamyati-nuzhno-v-iPhone_-Sravnili-raznye-obemy-pamyati-vybrali-luchshii-_-_-Foto-2.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/ispace.am\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Blog-aktualizatsiya-_Skolko-pamyati-nuzhno-v-iPhone_-Sravnili-raznye-obemy-pamyati-vybrali-luchshii-_-_-Foto-2-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/ispace.am\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Blog-aktualizatsiya-_Skolko-pamyati-nuzhno-v-iPhone_-Sravnili-raznye-obemy-pamyati-vybrali-luchshii-_-_-Foto-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ispace.am\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Blog-aktualizatsiya-_Skolko-pamyati-nuzhno-v-iPhone_-Sravnili-raznye-obemy-pamyati-vybrali-luchshii-_-_-Foto-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ispace.am\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Blog-aktualizatsiya-_Skolko-pamyati-nuzhno-v-iPhone_-Sravnili-raznye-obemy-pamyati-vybrali-luchshii-_-_-Foto-2-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ispace.am\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Blog-aktualizatsiya-_Skolko-pamyati-nuzhno-v-iPhone_-Sravnili-raznye-obemy-pamyati-vybrali-luchshii-_-_-Foto-2-390x260.jpg 390w, https:\/\/ispace.am\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Blog-aktualizatsiya-_Skolko-pamyati-nuzhno-v-iPhone_-Sravnili-raznye-obemy-pamyati-vybrali-luchshii-_-_-Foto-2-285x190.jpg 285w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">How to Choose iPhone Storage?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Analyze your habits and decide how much iPhone storage will be enough for you. If you already clear your photo gallery or delete apps before every vacation, it is worth considering a model with a larger storage capacity. After all, you cannot expand the built-in storage after purchase.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">128 GB is enough if you have an iCloud subscription and mainly need the device for calls and internet access. If you like taking simple photos and videos, go for 256 GB, while 512 GB will be even more comfortable. This way, you will not have to regularly delete content to free up space, and you will not need additional iCloud storage for a long time.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Users of specialized software and gamers will benefit from 512 GB of storage. This capacity is also useful if you often download movies to your device. The 1 TB configuration lets you forget about cloud storage and keep all your files on the gadget for years.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Even if the storage capacity is chosen correctly, keep in mind that free space can gradually fill up with downloaded files, in-game data, and app cache.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What Should You Choose: 128 or 256 GB?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">With each new generation of devices, iOS and apps require more free space.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<table data-tablestyle=\"Custom\" data-tablelook=\"0\" aria-rowcount=\"4\">\n<tbody>\n<tr aria-rowindex=\"1\">\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Parameter<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">128 GB<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">256 GB<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr aria-rowindex=\"2\">\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Who should choose it<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Users who prioritize communication, calls, and social media<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Active social media users and those who create amateur content<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr aria-rowindex=\"3\">\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Purpose<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Everyday tasks, photo storage<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Storing media, playlists, and a large number of apps<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr aria-rowindex=\"4\">\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Possible limitations<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Recording a large number of 4K videos<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Recording 4K videos without regularly uploading them to the cloud or deleting them<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When in doubt between two storage options, choose the larger one. This way, you will have to delete unnecessary apps and cache less often.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Who Is a 512 GB iPhone Suitable For?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-8767\" src=\"https:\/\/ispace.am\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Blog-aktualizatsiya-_Skolko-pamyati-nuzhno-v-iPhone_-Sravnili-raznye-obemy-pamyati-vybrali-luchshii-_-_-Foto-3.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1152\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ispace.am\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Blog-aktualizatsiya-_Skolko-pamyati-nuzhno-v-iPhone_-Sravnili-raznye-obemy-pamyati-vybrali-luchshii-_-_-Foto-3.png 2048w, https:\/\/ispace.am\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Blog-aktualizatsiya-_Skolko-pamyati-nuzhno-v-iPhone_-Sravnili-raznye-obemy-pamyati-vybrali-luchshii-_-_-Foto-3-400x225.png 400w, https:\/\/ispace.am\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Blog-aktualizatsiya-_Skolko-pamyati-nuzhno-v-iPhone_-Sravnili-raznye-obemy-pamyati-vybrali-luchshii-_-_-Foto-3-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/ispace.am\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Blog-aktualizatsiya-_Skolko-pamyati-nuzhno-v-iPhone_-Sravnili-raznye-obemy-pamyati-vybrali-luchshii-_-_-Foto-3-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/ispace.am\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Blog-aktualizatsiya-_Skolko-pamyati-nuzhno-v-iPhone_-Sravnili-raznye-obemy-pamyati-vybrali-luchshii-_-_-Foto-3-1536x864.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For work and creativity, 512 GB is the optimal format. It is suitable for:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">mobile photographers and videographers;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">video bloggers;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">people who like to keep content on their smartphone.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You can store media files, apps, and heavy games on the device at the same time. Shooting in 4K becomes more comfortable because you do not have to get distracted by low-storage notifications while creating content. However, over time, you may still need to move videos to external storage or delete duplicates.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Should You Buy 1 TB or More?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">1 TB of built-in storage is available in iPhone Pro and Pro Max series. This configuration is justified because photos and videos in ProRAW and ProRes formats take up more space than usual. It is suitable for:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">professional content creators;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">people who edit videos and photos directly on the device;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">users who want independence from cloud storage.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">With 1 TB, you can store thousands of photos, shoot high-resolution videos, download hundreds of apps, and worry less about storage.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">How to Determine Your iPhone Storage Needs?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you are replacing an old Apple device with a new one, it will be easier to understand how much storage you need. In the system settings, go to \u201cGeneral\u201d \u2014 \u201ciPhone Storage.\u201d There, you can see how much storage is used and what takes up space. Current iOS versions also require more storage.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-8768\" src=\"https:\/\/ispace.am\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Blog-aktualizatsiya-_Skolko-pamyati-nuzhno-v-iPhone_-Sravnili-raznye-obemy-pamyati-vybrali-luchshii-_-_-Foto-4.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ispace.am\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Blog-aktualizatsiya-_Skolko-pamyati-nuzhno-v-iPhone_-Sravnili-raznye-obemy-pamyati-vybrali-luchshii-_-_-Foto-4.png 1200w, https:\/\/ispace.am\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Blog-aktualizatsiya-_Skolko-pamyati-nuzhno-v-iPhone_-Sravnili-raznye-obemy-pamyati-vybrali-luchshii-_-_-Foto-4-400x300.png 400w, https:\/\/ispace.am\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Blog-aktualizatsiya-_Skolko-pamyati-nuzhno-v-iPhone_-Sravnili-raznye-obemy-pamyati-vybrali-luchshii-_-_-Foto-4-1024x768.png 1024w, https:\/\/ispace.am\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Blog-aktualizatsiya-_Skolko-pamyati-nuzhno-v-iPhone_-Sravnili-raznye-obemy-pamyati-vybrali-luchshii-_-_-Foto-4-768x576.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you are choosing your first smartphone from the brand, consult iSpace experts \u2014 they will help you choose the right configuration.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">How Much Space Do iOS, Apps, and Files Take Up?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The amount of storage available to you is less than what is stated in the smartphone description. The operating system takes up about 10\u201320 GB, and another 12 GB is needed for Apple Intelligence if the phone supports it.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-8769\" src=\"https:\/\/ispace.am\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Blog-aktualizatsiya-_Skolko-pamyati-nuzhno-v-iPhone_-Sravnili-raznye-obemy-pamyati-vybrali-luchshii-_-_-Foto-5.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1366\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ispace.am\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Blog-aktualizatsiya-_Skolko-pamyati-nuzhno-v-iPhone_-Sravnili-raznye-obemy-pamyati-vybrali-luchshii-_-_-Foto-5.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/ispace.am\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Blog-aktualizatsiya-_Skolko-pamyati-nuzhno-v-iPhone_-Sravnili-raznye-obemy-pamyati-vybrali-luchshii-_-_-Foto-5-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/ispace.am\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Blog-aktualizatsiya-_Skolko-pamyati-nuzhno-v-iPhone_-Sravnili-raznye-obemy-pamyati-vybrali-luchshii-_-_-Foto-5-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ispace.am\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Blog-aktualizatsiya-_Skolko-pamyati-nuzhno-v-iPhone_-Sravnili-raznye-obemy-pamyati-vybrali-luchshii-_-_-Foto-5-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ispace.am\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Blog-aktualizatsiya-_Skolko-pamyati-nuzhno-v-iPhone_-Sravnili-raznye-obemy-pamyati-vybrali-luchshii-_-_-Foto-5-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ispace.am\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Blog-aktualizatsiya-_Skolko-pamyati-nuzhno-v-iPhone_-Sravnili-raznye-obemy-pamyati-vybrali-luchshii-_-_-Foto-5-390x260.jpg 390w, https:\/\/ispace.am\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Blog-aktualizatsiya-_Skolko-pamyati-nuzhno-v-iPhone_-Sravnili-raznye-obemy-pamyati-vybrali-luchshii-_-_-Foto-5-285x190.jpg 285w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Cache and temporary files can take up hundreds of gigabytes. Basic apps with accumulated cache can weigh up to 30 GB. Games and heavy media editing apps may sometimes require up to 55 GB \u2014 it all depends on how you use them.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What to Do If You Are Running Out of Storage?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If free space is running low, optimize your storage. Here is what you can do:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Check what is taking up space in storage. Go to \u201cGeneral\u201d \u2014 \u201ciPhone Storage.\u201d<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Clear chat cache in app settings. You can also set an automatic limit for data storage.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Move files to a computer or cloud storage. Use a cable or enable data syncing.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Clear the offline archive of streaming apps such as Netflix, Spotify, and YouTube.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Enable optimized file storage in iCloud. Icons will remain on the smartphone, while the files themselves will be moved to the cloud.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>iSpace experts, Apple Premium Reseller in Armenia, can help you choose the right built-in iPhone storage capacity for your needs and set up iCloud syncing. Buy Apple devices offline in Yerevan or order them from the online store with delivery across the country. If you have any questions, ask the consultants in the store or in the website chat.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"2\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">FAQ<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:200}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p aria-level=\"3\"><strong>Is 128 GB enough for several years?\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The base configuration, 128 GB, is enough for about 2\u20133 years. Regularly clear cache and use cloud storage for large files. But if you actively use the camera, the built-in storage may not be enough, so it is better to choose 256 GB or more.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p aria-level=\"3\"><strong>How much storage is needed for regular use?\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The optimal option is 256 GB. 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