Overview
- The Bell reports that Apple has requested increased LPDDR5X DRAM production for next iPhones, naming Samsung as a key supplier with discussions also involving Micron and SK Hynix.
- Because LPDDR5X modules are offered in 12GB and 16GB capacities, outlets infer the base iPhone 18 will move to 12GB with higher-end models potentially reaching 16GB.
- Today’s iPhone lineup already includes 12GB of unified memory on iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro models, while the base iPhone 17 remains at 8GB.
- Multiple reports suggest Apple plans a staggered rollout for the iPhone 18 family, with premium models in the fall and standard models following later.
- Some coverage speculates the added memory could support more on-device Apple Intelligence features, though no AI tie-in has been confirmed.