Apple Phases Out 64GB iPhones: iPhone 16e Launches with 128GB Storage as New Standard

Apple has officially put an end to its practice of offering iPhones with limited internal storage. The latest addition to its lineup, the iPhone 16e, has prompted the discontinuation of the third-generation iPhone SE, marking the last model that came equipped with just 64GB of memory. Going forward, all new iPhones will launch with a minimum of 128GB of flash memory for their base models, presenting a significant advantage for consumers across various usage scenarios.

Enhanced Storage to Support Advanced Features

The iPhone 16e not only offers a base model with 128GB of storage but also features options for 256GB and 512GB for users with higher storage needs. It’s worth noting that earlier speculations indicated that Apple’s most affordable iPhone would retail for around $499, which would have provided only 64GB of onboard memory. By contrast, the $599 model now delivers double the storage, giving users ample space for a wide array of applications as well as numerous photos and videos.

Another compelling reason for the iPhone 16e’s baseline 128GB storage is its compatibility with Apple Intelligence features from the start. The company’s innovative generative AI functionalities operate on-device, prioritizing user privacy while enhancing performance. These features have seen an increase in storage requirements, currently utilizing about 7GB of internal memory, up from the previous 4GB.

As Apple Intelligence evolves and integrates additional features, users can expect the storage demands to rise accordingly, emphasizing the need for models with higher internal memory capacity. Presently, the only Apple device still available with 64GB of storage is the iPad. However, with the anticipated release of the iPad 11 later this year, equipped with the A17 Pro chip, it’s expected that all iPads will also transition to a minimum of 128GB for their base configurations.

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