Apple’s upcoming iPhone 16 hasn’t even launched yet, but rumors are already swirling about its successor, the iPhone 17. According to a Chinese leaker, the iPhone 17 will be a significant upgrade in terms of RAM. While the iPhone 16 is expected to have 8GB of RAM, the iPhone 17 will reportedly boast 12GB of RAM, making it better equipped to handle advanced AI applications.
Notably, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo added his own insights into the mix. Kuo stated that only the iPhone 17 Pro Max will feature 12GB of RAM, while the other models will retain the 8GB RAM configuration. Kuo also highlighted that the iPhone 17 Pro Max will introduce an upgraded cooling system that combines vapor chamber (VC) technology and graphite sheets. In contrast, the other new iPhone models launched in 2025 will rely solely on graphite sheets for thermal management.
While these rumors are intriguing, it’s important to note that we still don’t know the exact RAM specifications of the iPhone 16, as it hasn’t been released yet. However, it is worth mentioning that the iPhone 15 models currently on the market come with 6GB of RAM, while the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max feature 8GB of RAM. Given the resource-intensive nature of artificial intelligence, it makes sense for Apple to increase the RAM capacity in next year’s models.
This isn’t the first rumor we’ve heard about the iPhone 17. Previous reports have suggested that Apple is working on a “slim” variant of the device. There have also been rumors about an upgraded 24-megapixel selfie camera and a relocated rear camera positioned at the top center of the phone’s back. While it’s entertaining to speculate about the iPhone 17, our focus right now is on the upcoming iPhone 16.
Apple’s highly anticipated September event, scheduled for September 9, will unveil the new iPhones, along with new Apple Watches and potentially other devices. Until then, we can only wait and see what exciting features and improvements Apple has in store for us with the iPhone 16.
