iPhone 18e leak: 9GB RAM, A20 chip and 48MP camera ahead of spring launch

Leaks suggest Apple's budget iPhone 18e will arrive in spring with 9GB of RAM (up from 8GB), a 2nm A20 chip, a 6.1-inch OLED display and 48MP rear plus 24MP front cameras. Apple is expected to keep the device affordable, with possible adoption of HBM memory.

• RAM rises from 8GB to 9GB for multitasking and AI features
• A20 chip on 2nm process promises speed and power efficiency
• Cameras: 48MP rear and 24MP front, 6.1-inch OLED screen
• Possible use of HBM memory, as in AI data centers