My iPad appears to have hidden data. My usage shows 13gig but my list of uses only adds to 1.5gig. I am also getting messages that my iPad is almost full.

My iPad appears to contain hidden storage data. My usage shows 13gig but. My list of usage only shows 1.5gig and I cannot find where the discrepancy is. When I try to download my first movie I get a 'not enough space' message.

You simply need to get hold of an external HardDrive and move some of your bigger files (e.g.. Music, Videos, photos) to that drive and free up some space. Alternatively get a bigger HardDrive put i your Mac. It will slow up drastically with very little roo left.
Cheers
Pete

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