Written by Lucinda
You cannot expand the memory of your iPhone with a memory card. Still, there are a number of ways to make room for all your music, photos and videos. With iCloud you can access and backup your files at home and on the go. In this article we give you 3 tips to expand your iPhone memory.
- iCloud
- NAS
- USB stick
Expand your iPhone's memory
There are a number of ways to expand the memory on your iPhone:
- Use extra memory with iCloud
- Stream wirelessly with a NAS
- Use a USB flash drive
Tip 1: Use extra memory with iCloud
With your iPhone you are always connected to the internet via WiFi or your mobile data. This also means access to iCloud. You can store photos and other files online via iCloud, so you can find them anywhere in the world on your iPhone, iPad or computer. iCloud+ also allows storage to be shared with up to 5 family members. Very easy if you want to share holiday photos. Plus, your iPhone will automatically back up when it's connected to a charger and Wi-Fi.
- You can access your files both on the road and at home.
- Your files are encrypted so that only you can access them.
- If something happens to your iPhone, your data will not be lost.
- Free storage space is limited. For more storage space, you must pay a monthly subscription fee.
- You need an internet connection to access the data.
Tip 2: stream wirelessly with a NAS
Do you use a NAS (Network Attached Storage) at home? You can also use it as extra storage space for your iPhone. NAS manufacturers often have their own app for smartphones. This means you are always connected to the NAS network, whether you are at home or on the road. For example, you can watch a movie on your iPhone while on the train, if the movie is on your NAS. The app also automatically backs up your data as soon as you connect to a WiFi network. This way you always have a backup and it is useful if your iPhone breaks or if you lose it.
- You have offline and online access to all your files.
- You keep a NAS at home and manage it entirely yourself.
- You can't use it to save apps.
- A NAS has a high purchase price.
Tip 3: Use a USB stick
There are special USB sticks for the Apple iPhone. They have a Lightning connector for your iPhone on one side. On the other side you will find a USB port for your computer. This way you can easily transfer files, photos and videos between your iPhone and your computer. A USB flash drive for iPhone comes with an app. Install it on your iPhone so that you can access the files easily.
- You operate the USB stick with an app.
- You can't use it to save apps.
- To use your extra storage space, you must bring the USB stick with you.
- The USB stick is only suitable for an iPhone and a computer with a USB port.
