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Here's how Android 15 may free up phone space without uninstalling apps


This could be our first look at Android's app archiving feature in action.

Android 15 aims to save storage space by archiving unused apps while preserving user data. This handy addition, likely coming to the stable release of Android 15, lets you reclaim space on your device without fully deleting apps. This allows you to easily restore the app via Google Play by simply tapping the icon, ensuring a seamless transition if you decide to install it again.

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