You should delete these 5 pre-installed apps if your iPhone is beginning to slow down
There are few better tech related feelings than getting a new iPhone, as it makes even the basic pre-installed apps seem interesting as you're testing everything out for the first time.
As your phone begins to age though you might want to reconsider what exactly you prioritize keeping on your device, as there are plenty of iPhone apps installed as default that could be costing you performance in the long run.
There are plenty of tips you can take on board to improve your gadget's battery life and overall performance, but sometimes the best course of action is to simply get rid of programs that you haven't even looked at since the first day, so here are all five pre-installed iPhone apps that you could send straight to the bin.
Compass
As reported by SHEfinds, the Compass app - while no doubt useful for those that need it - isn't one that most people will have opened for more than a couple of seconds.
Advert
Like most entries on this list it does exactly what it says on the tin and provides an accurate and reliable compass reading for wherever you are in the world, and it's great that Apple saw to include it in every iPhone.
However, if you're not an outdoors person there's a good chance that you won't ever open the app, and it might even be one to bin for people who enjoy long hikes and camping because it's likely that you already have your own analog compass that you don't need battery life to use.
Measure
It's surprising how often a measuring tape can come in handy in daily life, yet many people would still rather rely on the physical options than ones found inside their iPhones, even if it can be handy for some more complex projects.
If you've never opened the Measure app, it utilizes your iPhone's motion sensors and camera to provide measurements of your surroundings. It's generally something that you can rely on - especially if you're needing to measure something larger than your tape measure can handle, but it can be a bit finicky to use and we don't blame you if it sits dormant and hidden inside a folder.
Podcasts
Podcasts have become one of the most popular media forms over the past decade and beyond, as most people tune into at least one show every once in a while to learn about specific topics, keep up with the news, or laugh along with their favorite comedians.
Unlike some of the other apps on this list, Apple's in-built Podcasts app is one that's likely a popular choice for a fair chunk of iPhone users, yet if you opt for one of the many other podcast apps like Spotify or Downcast, then getting rid of the Apple version is a no-brainer.
Additionally, if you're one of the rare people who never listens to podcasts then it also makes sense to get rid of this particular app, and you can always redownload it or an alternative if you ever take up the notion in the future.
Stocks
Like Podcasts, Apple's Stocks app is something that has a real purpose in many people's daily lives, yet it also has an abundance of competing rivals and becomes redundant if you're not a keen investor.
Checking the day's financial news and current prices of the world's biggest companies isn't something that everyone has incorporated into their routines - even if it could make them thousands of dollars - so make sure to delete it to save space and processing power on your iPhone.
Tips
Finally, by far the worst offender on this list is the Tips app, which genuinely has little real world use outside of the first few days. As the name suggests, this app provides a number of useful tricks to help you take advantage of your iPhone's full potential, but for most people these become pointless once you settle into the Apple ecosystem, making the app a literal waste of space that could be used for something else instead.