Apple’s next entry-level iPhone is on track to receive a modest but meaningful memory upgrade. According to analyst Jeff Pu of GF Securities, the iPhone 18e, expected to arrive by March 2027, will feature 9GB of memory, a step up from the 8GB found in the current iPhone 17e.
The claim, detailed in a research note released today, aligns with earlier reporting from Apple supply-chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, who floated the same 9GB memory figure last month. The increase would bring the more affordable “e” model closer to the memory capacity of higher-tier iPhones, potentially improving multitasking, app performance, and on-device Apple Intelligence features that benefit from additional system memory.
While 9GB is still a relatively restrained amount compared with many Android flagships, the upgrade continues Apple’s gradual approach to boosting memory across its lineup. Previous generations have seen similar incremental gains as software demands (particularly those tied to machine-learning tasks) have grown.
The iPhone 18e is widely expected to follow the same annual spring launch cadence as its predecessors. Beyond the memory bump, further details on the device’s design, camera system, chip, and pricing remain limited at this stage.
MacDailyNews Take: As with all supply-chain rumors, the final specifications could still shift before mass production begins. For now, the dual confirmation from Pu and Kuo strengthens the case that Apple’s most affordable 2027 iPhone will at least get a small but useful memory boost.
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