iPhone is one of the most used mobile devices and that is for a reason. There are many users who are adamant on only using an iPhone and nothing else. The performance that iPhone’s offer may not make sense to some people. But that doesn’t change the fact that an iPhone is the number one choice for many individuals. However, the newer versions of iOS 15 have been the reason for all the commotion between users. Apparently, iPhone users are finding it difficult to load in all the storage categories on the device with the iOS 15 updates. This problem started with the earlier iOS 15 versions and is bothering a few users even after the most recent version. So, if you are tired of this problem bothering you, try these troubleshooting steps to fix the issue.
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Fixes for iPhone storage not showing categories on iOS 15:
1) Restart the device:
According to the suggestions given by Apple executives on online forums, a simple restart can be the fix for this issue. Press and hold the side button on your iPhone until the power off menu appears. After that, swipe the restart button to restart the device. Wait patiently for your iPhone to restart. Once the iPhone restarts, go to the storage and check if the categories are loading. Any problems with the iOS 15 system should be solved.
2) Force Restart the device:
If the restart does not fix the storage problem with the iOS 15 system on your iPhone, then you should try a force restart. A force restart is done using the following steps –
press and release the Volume UP button.
Then press and release the Volume down button.
Now press and hold the side button until the Apple logo appears on the screen. It will indicate that the force restart is in effect. Wait patiently as it may take more time than a normal restart. After that, open the iPhone storage and check if the iOS 15 update is messing up the categories.
3) Update firmware (if available):
It is possible that by the time you find this article, Apple may have released new patch for the system. Check if a new update is available for the OS. If there is an update lined up, install it immediately. After updating your iPhone to a more recent version of the iOS 15, the storage categories should be loading normally.
4) Report the issue:
If none of these suggestions helped you, the best option would be to report the issue to Apple support. Contact Apples support page and give them the details about your problem. They will let you know about any future updates that will fix the problem.
