Many iPhone users can recognize the frustrating feeling of having their device’s storage get too full, but not everyone knows what to do about it.
When an iPhone no longer has any storage space left on it, it doesn’t take long for it to malfunction. It can begin to lag, the battery can drain more quickly, and your overall user experience can be impacted. A lot of people struggle with where to begin when it comes to making some room on their devices. Before deleting important things like pictures and videos, you should take a look at your app library. We’re listing two ‘sneaky’ apps that take up more storage than you think, and why you should delete them. Read more about them below.
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1. Facebook
Facebook is one of today's most famous social media apps, and there are a lot of iPhone users who still have it on their phones. However, it has taken a dip in popularity, so if you don't use it anymore, you should ditch the app, as it takes up a lot of space.
"This app is infamous for being a real drain on both storage and battery life," says tech pro Bob Gourley. "It keeps running background processes even when you think it's not active. On top of that, it gobbles up your mobile data with those auto-playing videos and constant location tracking. You might want to stick to the mobile site instead."
2. Old Messaging Apps
There are many iPhone users who have a hard time getting rid of apps or who simply don't know how many they have. Years ago, messaging apps were really popular, including ones like Kik. There are other messaging apps still around these days, like WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, and more. If you're not using any of these but have them downloaded, you should delete them, as they hold onto a lot of storage-hogging data.
"They keep all those messages, media, and logs that you probably don't even remember anymore," adds Gourley. "When you delete them, you're clearing out some hidden clutter. It's best to stick to one main app to prevent any duplication and keep things tidy."
