Issue Description
iPhone storage categories (System Data, Apps, Photos) show incorrect or inflated values.
Common Causes
iOS indexing delay
Cache misreporting
Recently deleted large files
Step-by-Step Solution
Step 1: Restart iPhone
Forces storage recalculation
Step 2: Wait 24 – 48 Hours
iOS recalculates storage automatically
Step 3: Update iOS
Fixes known storage reporting bugs
Step 4: Sync with Finder / iTunes
Connect iPhone to computer and sync
Explore Further
Reset all settings if storage data stays incorrect
Prevention & Best Practices
Restart weekly.