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How to clear your Android phone cache (and the hidden problem it actually fixes)


This simple tweak can make any device feel noticeably faster and more responsive, regardless of its make or model.

Kerry Wan/ZDNETGoogle released Android 16 back in June to Pixel devices and select OEMs, bringing performance improvements, new Material You changes, and more upgrades. If you want to try this update but are hesitant because you've noticed your Android phone or tablet already feels too sluggish, clearing app and browser caches can give it a fresh boost and free up some storage space. Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNET On newer versions of Chrome for Android, tapping the menu button displays an option called Clear Browsing Data.

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