Are you constantly running out of storage space on your iPhone due to the large number of photos? Then there’s a simple iPhone trick you may not know that can free up a lot of space. As shared by New Zealand TikToker Hannah Koumakis, the solution involves using an external hard drive directly with your iPhone. Simply connect the hard drive using an adapter. Then, you can move photos and videos from your iPhone to the drive without needing a computer as an intermediary.
To do this, plug the external hard drive into your iPhone and then open Apple's Files app. You can manage your storage from there, or you can go to the Photos app and select the images you want to move and use the Share option to save them to the hard drive. This will delete the transferred files from your iPhone and free up valuable storage space. All while keeping your photos in their original quality.
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Many people were impressed with this simple trick because it eliminates the need for cloud storage or a computer. The tip was well-received by iPhone users who were struggling with limited storage and were excited to finally organize their devices.
Things to keep in mind
However, before diving into this iPhone trick, it’s important to make sure that the external hard drive you choose is compatible with iOS. Some drives may need to be formatted to work properly with iPhone, so it’s wise to back up any important data on the drive before you start.
A good strategy could be to purchase a new external SSD just for your iPhone backups. This approach could revolutionize the way you manage your iPhone storage. This will allow you to keep your memories safe without having to pay for extra iCloud storage or constantly deleting files to make room for new ones. This way, you can have a clutter-free iPhone while still being able to access all your precious photos and videos whenever you need them.