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storage and icloud

  1. TheSynchronizer

    Messages storage ballooning out of control for no apparent reason.

    Hello, So I’ve upgraded to a 128GB iPhone from a 256GB iPhone as I decided I don’t really need that much physical storage space due to having 2TB of iCloud and everything being synced/stored in the cloud. I reduced the space being taken on my old phone, then restored the new phone from backup...
  2. afir93

    Do certain iCloud Drive locations not count towards the iCloud storage limit?

    Over the course of the last 2-3 months, I kept adding some large files to the Documents folder on my Mac (with the option for the Documents and Desktop being synced via iCloud). I originally figured I'd delete them from there once I don't use them anymore since I don't want to upgrade my iCloud...
  3. jusacruiser

    2018 MBP - 1 TB vs 2TB

    I am purchasing a new 2018 MBP. I typically do light video editing and office work. Some light gaming. I am trying to decide between 1 Terabyte and 2 Terabyte of storage. Please advise as to which amount of Terabyte Storage is necessary. Thanks!
  4. M

    iPhone 5 or earlier Use iCloud to free space temporarily

    Hi guys, I have an iPhone 4 with 32 GB and just received my new 7+. I want to only transfer Whatsapp to the new phone, and leave all the photos, videos, voice notes and all other stuff in the 4 because it still works. Can I transfer some big videos to iCloud for a moment so I can do a Whatsapp...
  5. P

    Hungry and unknown thing eating 45% iPhone space - not Apps

    Hi, I'm one of those people who regret having bought the 16GB version of iPhone 6. The real 11,6GB is not enough for me. I try to follow all the experts tips to keep the device optimized, but ultimately I'm always running out of space. Right now I'm facing awkward situation: At Settings >...