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iPhone Storage

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Messages can use substantial iPhone storage because conversations can include photos, videos, and other attachments in addition to text.

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Yes. Apple lists Mail as a device-storage category that includes emails and their attachments.

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Yes. Files stored locally in the Files app or downloaded into app storage can use iPhone space.

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Yes. Videos downloaded for offline viewing use local device storage and can become a major source of space use.

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Yes. Offloading removes the app itself while keeping its documents and data so it can be reinstalled later.

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