Now that the iPhone 16 is out, you can start thinking about the iPhone 17. And new rumors suggest that the most expensive Pro Max model will be the only device in the series to jump to 12GB of RAM.
This is according to reliable tipsters Yeux1122 and @Jukanlosreve, who say that the iPhone 17 Pro Max will be 12GB, while the iPhone 17 Pro is “likely” to remain at 8GB (as of 2024). This is included in all year models).
According to the leak, Samsung is having issues with its memory module production line, meaning there aren’t enough components to fit the millions of iPhone 17 Pros and iPhone 17 Pro Max that Apple wants to order. It is said that they are doing so.
This isn’t an entirely new rumor either. Reputable analyst Ming-Chi Kuo previously said that 12GB of RAM will be exclusive to the iPhone 17 Pro Max, but did not elaborate on the reason behind it.
AI and RAM
We recently mentioned that the iPhone 17 Pro lineup will have an increase in RAM to 12GB. However, yeux1122 claims that only the iPhone 17 Pro Max will come with 12GB of RAM. I’ll try to “guess” the reason. 1/5https://t.co/45X3SVlrRJOctober 12, 2024
Of course, there’s still a long way to go before the iPhone 17 series launches, but if Apple sticks to its usual schedule, it should arrive in September. There’s always the possibility that plans may change between then and now.
However, we know that RAM, which gives the device more room to think, is important for powering Apple intelligence, so the iPhone 17 Pro Max may outperform other devices in the series when it comes to AI tasks. there is.
The overall 8GB of RAM on the iPhone 16 phone is a brand new upgrade. You may remember that the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus have 6 GB of RAM, while the Pro models both have 8 GB (and therefore support Apple Intelligence). . ).
It’s still early days for iPhone 17 rumors, but we’ve already heard quite a few rumors. In particular, the iPhone 16 Plus will be replaced by the new iPhone 17 Air when the time comes, which will apparently use thinner. form factor.
