Taking and holding onto photos that capture memorable moments or everyday life is common, but often leads to accumulating duplicate images that take up precious storage space. Fortunately, with the introduction of iOS 16, Apple implemented a duplicate detection feature that uses on-device AI to identify and aggregate identical images into an album within the Photos app. This feature can not only detect exact copies but also photos that may appear similar but have slight differences. By utilizing this tool, iPhone users can easily free up storage space by identifying and deleting duplicate photos and videos.
To make use of the built-in duplicate detection feature, users need to open the Photos app on their iPhone, navigate to the Albums tab, and scroll down to the Utilities section where they can find the Duplicates option. By tapping on Duplicates, users can view all the duplicate photos on their device and choose to delete them individually or in bulk. For bulk deletion, users can select all the duplicates at once and delete them simultaneously, while for individual deletion, they can select specific duplicate images, merge them, and delete the duplicates to keep only the best version in their library. Any deleted duplicates are moved to the Recently Deleted album for easy recovery if needed.
For those interested in maximizing storage space on their iPhone, utilizing the duplicate detection feature introduced in iOS 16 can be a quick and effective solution. By following the step-by-step process outlined, users can easily identify and delete duplicate photos and videos, freeing up valuable storage space on their device for other content. Additionally, users are advised to enable iCloud syncing before using this feature to ensure that their photos are backed up and easily accessible across multiple devices. By incorporating this tool into their routine, iPhone users can streamline their photo library and keep it organized without the clutter of duplicate images.
