If you’re looking for tips on managing iPhone storage, you’ve come to the right place. Our guide will cover everything you need to know about storage management on refurbished devices, the different storage options available, and dispelling common myths.
Refurbished phones are quickly gaining traction as an alternative to purchasing brand-new devices, as they are more affordable and better for the environment. Buying refurbished is a sustainable practice for the industry, avoiding the extraction of materials, reducing electronic waste, and reducing greenhouse gasses. Statistics also show that the refurbished phone market is only growing globally.
So, if you’re hesitant about purchasing a refurbished iPhone, don’t be. It’s becoming the norm, and refurbished devices are a great, cost-effective way to join the Apple ecosystem and experience the latest features iOS has to offer. The money you save by buying refurbished can also be put towards accessories, like AirPods.
In our guide, we’ll also delve into tips for optimising your refurbished iPhone’s storage. Storage is a massive factor not only for storing any files, photos, videos and apps, but also your phone’s performance. By effectively managing your phone’s storage, you’ll be able to keep your iPhone running smoothly and efficiently.
The Amount of Storage You Can Get On Refurbished iPhones
The amount of storage available on refurbished iPhones isn’t any different from the storage options available for brand-new iPhones. The storage options will depend on the model. Below, we’ve broken down the different generations of iPhones available and their storage options.
- iPhone 7 and 7 Plus: Internal storage options are 32 GB, 128 GB, and 256 GB
- iPhone 8 and 8 Plus: Internal storage options are 64 GB, 128 GB, 256 GB
- iPhone X: Internal storage options are 64 GB and 256 GB
- iPhone XR: Internal storage options are 64 GB, 128 GB, and 256 GB
- iPhone XS and XS Max: Internal storage options are 64 GB, 256 GB, and 512 GB
- iPhone 11: Internal storage options are 64 GB, 128 GB, and 256 GB
- iPhone 11 Pro and 11 Pro Max: Internal storage options are 64 GB, 256 GB, and 512 GB
- iPhone SE (Second Generation): Internal storage options are 64 GB, 128 GB, and 256 GB
- iPhone 12 Mini, 12, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max: Internal storage options are 64 GB, 128 GB, 256 GB, and 512 GB
- iPhone 13, 13 Mini: Internal storage options are 128 GB, 256 GB, and 512 GB
- iPhone 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max: Internal storage options are 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, and 1 TB
- iPhone 14, 14 Plus: Internal storage options are 128 GB, 256 GB, and 512 GB
- iPhone 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max: Internal storage options are 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, and 1 TB
- iPhone SE (Third Generation): Internal storage options are 64 GB, 128 GB, and 256 GB
- iPhone 15, 15 Plus: Internal storage options are 128 GB, 256 GB, and 512 GB
- iPhone 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max: Internal storage options are 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, and 1 TB
The above list covers all the iPhone models available from 2024 to 2016, with the release of the iPhone 7. If you’re having trouble deciding on what storage option is best for you, consider what you’re going to use the phone for.
For instance, if you plan on playing games, you’ll want to opt for a larger storage capacity, as games can be quite large now. If you plan on just using the phone for streaming and messaging, you can stick to lower internal storage capacities.
Tips For Managing Storage on A Refurbished iPhone
Effectively managing your internal storage is the key to keeping your phone running smoothly and avoiding annoying ‘nearing full capacity’ alerts. Below, we’ve compiled a list of tips to optimise your refurbished iPhone’s storage space.
- When you get a new (refurbished) phone, factory reset the device and wipe all the data. This will ensure you regain full storage capacity and remove any previous apps and/or bloatware so you can get a fresh start.
- Utilise iCloud storage for photos, videos, and documents to free up space on your device’s internal storage.
- Enable iCloud Photos to automatically upload and store all your photos and videos.
- iPhones have a built-in ‘Optimise iPhone Storage’ option in the settings. This setting keeps smaller, compressed versions of photos on your device but then the full-size, high-quality version on the cloud.
- Over time, applications build up a cache of images, documents, and other files. Clearing app caches and temporary files regularly through your settings or third-party cleaning apps can free up storage.
- iPhones have an ‘Offload Unused Apps’ function. When turned on, this feature automatically removes apps you don’t use regularly but keeps the data so you can reinstall them later.
- Uninstall any apps or games that you don’t use. We recommend regularly reviewing the apps you have installed and removing them if you haven’t touched them in over a month.
- Set messages to delete after a certain period of time (for instance, 30 or 60 days).
- Delete any unneeded files or documents in your ‘Downloads’ folder using a file management app.
- Instead of downloading music onto your phone, consider streaming services like Spotify.
- Along with backing up your photos and videos on the cloud, we also recommend regularly reviewing and deleting any duplicate or old media on your device.
If you ever want to check how much storage space you have left on your device, the process is quite easy. Simply navigate to and open the ‘Settings’ app on your phone. Then, go to General > iPhone Storage to view a breakdown.
The iPhone Storage setting will also be able to show you what applications are taking up the most space. If you ever find that your phone starts to slow down or get sluggish for no apparent reason, we recommend always checking the internal storage.
Buy Refurbished iPhones at OzMobiles
For the best deals on iPhones, buying refurbished is a great way to save money. Here at OzMobiles, we stock a range of refurbished iPhones in our store, including the latest iPhone 15.
All the phones we sell at OzMobiles go through a comprehensive refurbishing process, which includes completely wiping the device of previous data and a factory reset. So, you won’t need to worry about any storage issues; our phones come fresh and have plenty of space.
Every phone component is inspected and evaluated as part of the refurbishing process. Our professional technicians in Melbourne test everything from the hardware to the software to ensure the phone is running optimally and fully functional.
Our devices also have a free 12-month warranty and a 30-day risk-free return policy. So, if you have any problems or a change of heart, our team is here to help. The phones also have a ‘battery life guarantee’, so the battery health will be at least 80% or more.
If you have any questions about our refurbishing process or need help finding the right iPhone for your needs, contact us today. The OzMobiles team would be happy to answer any queries you have.
