iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Air May Get 12GB RAM
Apple may launch iPhone 17 Pro, Pro Max, and 17 Air with 12GB RAM and A19 chip this September. Camera and AI upgrades also expected.
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Apple is preparing to unveil its iPhone 17 lineup this September, with sources indicating a notable increase in memory across high-end variants. According to supply chain reports and industry insiders, the iPhone 17 Pro, Pro Max, and the new iPhone 17 Air may each feature 12GB RAM for the first time in Apple smartphone history.
While Apple’s iPhone 16 models introduced 8GB RAM to enhance AI performance via the A18 chipset, the next-generation iPhones are expected to continue this trend with an even bigger leap. Industry tipsters suggest the base iPhone 17 model may retain the 8GB configuration due to supply limitations, whereas premium models will likely benefit from enhanced memory for improved multitasking and AI processing through the A19 Pro chip.
The iPhone 17 Air, an ultra-slim variant rumored to rival Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Edge, is also expected to feature 12GB RAM. However, analysts are uncertain whether its battery and camera capabilities will match those of the Pro models.
Noted analyst Ming-Chi Kuo also confirmed the potential upgrade but highlighted challenges Apple might face with memory sourcing for entry-level models.
In addition to RAM upgrades, camera improvements are anticipated. All iPhone 17 devices could feature a 24MP front-facing camera, while the Pro models may adopt a 48MP periscope lens for enhanced zoom functionality.
Apple has not commented officially on the specifications, but the upgrades signal a focus on performance and AI-readiness ahead of the September event.
