Why Does YouTube Take Up So Much Memory on My Phone?

Support for ad-blockers is better in browsers too, reducing unnecessary data usage from ads. That’s a plus for memory management!

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Such a bummer that we have to deal with this! You’d think they would optimize both platforms equally. Anyone know if there are future updates expected?

Right? It feels pretty uneven! Would love to hear about any changes from YouTube’s side.

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You can always consider deleting and reinstalling the app as a temporary fix. It flushes all that build-up and gives you fresh space!

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I tried that! It helped, but I had to do it too often. That’s a hassle!

There’s always that moment when you realize you’ve run out of space while trying to watch something. It’s a first world problem, but still a pain!

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Haha, tell me about it! I kick myself when I’m hyped for a video, only to face that memory warning.

I can relate to that! I think mobile developers should prioritize memory optimization next. It’s about balance, right?