Apple might eventually acknowledge that 8GB of RAM is insufficient for an iPhone.

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      Currently, 8GB of RAM is the standard for Apple devices, which is the minimum needed to utilize Apple Intelligence. Some insiders have indicated that the iPhone 17 Pro may receive an upgrade to 12GB of RAM, and now Jeff Pu from GFHK Tech Research has also expressed this possibility.

      In recent generations, every new iPhone series has upgraded its internal components. The iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max each feature 8GB of RAM, while the standard models have 6GB, and the entire iPhone 16 lineup has maintained 8GB. An increase to 12GB for the iPhone 17 Pro suggests it could support upcoming Apple Intelligence features, enhancing the device's longevity.

      With customers keeping their iPhones for longer periods nowadays, this is a positive development. Christine Romero-Chan / Digital Trends notes, "The iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max are expected to transition to LPDDR5 12GB, which alone would lead to a 3.5% year-over-year increase in smartphone DRAM content across approximately 100 million new iPhone units," according to Pu’s statement to 9to5Mac.

      This would mark the first occasion Apple has gone beyond 8GB for an iPhone. Historically, Apple products, including iPads, have been limited in RAM. Only recently did the iPad Pro upgrade to 16GB, and that was only for storage models of 1TB or more. The MacBook lineup, which is arguably the only product comparable in popularity to the iPhone, increased to 16GB only last year. Apple has gained attention by claiming that 8GB was sufficient for most users due to its silicon, but it seems they have re-evaluated that stance.

      While we could speculate endlessly on how an additional 4GB of RAM would affect the iPhone 17 Pro, drawing definitive conclusions is challenging. Apple likely intends to broaden Apple Intelligence — a point they have made clear — and increased memory would facilitate that process. Furthermore, more RAM would also enhance overall performance, a benefit we can universally appreciate.

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      Changing this one aspect would have made the iPhone 16e much more enjoyable.

      It’s disappointing that the Apple iPhone 16e lacks excitement. I don't mean in terms of specifications or that the modem is the most intriguing feature (which it is, yet inherently dull). I'm referring to the lack of fun; it only comes in two colors, which are as basic and unremarkable as can be.

      The iPhone 16e is offered in black or white. These are the most typical colors Apple could have chosen, fitting for a brand that arguably popularized the white smartphone trend in 2008 with the iPhone 3G alongside the standard black model. What’s old is new again, but since then, the market has evolved. Apple has also progressed, as we will detail shortly, which makes the current situation feel out of step. There’s simply no excitement surrounding a new 2025 iPhone when the options are limited to dull black or plain white.

      The iPhone 17 Air may feature a larger screen than previously thought.

      The iPhone 17 Air has been the subject of numerous rumors and leaks, and the latest suggests its screen may be as large as 6.7 inches instead of the anticipated 6.6 inches. This information comes from tipster Jon Prosser on the Recycle Bin podcast.

      This isn't the first rumor we've encountered regarding screen size. Last year, Ross Young initially indicated a 6.55-inch display — which rounds to 6.6 — but estimates have fluctuated since then. Few Apple devices have attracted as many conflicting rumors as the iPhone 17, so this information should be taken with caution.

      I won’t be purchasing an iPhone 16e for anyone in my family, here’s why.

      Apple’s iPhone 16e is quite an unusual offering. When analyzing the specifications, it’s challenging to determine its exact position within Apple’s range.

      It's clear from the name that Apple intends for you to view it as the new entry-level model in the iPhone 16 lineup. This is a reasonable perspective and arguably due; the iPhone family has needed a third tier for some time. After all, Apple’s main competitors, such as Google and Samsung, have had their A-series and FE-series models for years.