Apple Plans 2TB iPhone with QLC Storage by 2026

New storage technology aims to double iPhone capacity while reducing costs, despite potential performance trade-offs.

Apple is expected to introduce QLC storage, allowing up to 2TB capacity in future iPhones.
QLC storage is denser and cheaper than current TLC technology but may have slower read/write speeds.
The transition to QLC could begin with the iPhone 16 series, with full implementation by 2026.
Higher storage capacities address growing demands from AI, video, and app data.
Apple's competitors may follow suit, pushing the industry towards higher storage options.