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Apple’s Mac Studio with the M5 Max starts at $2,499, but upgrading the GPU to a 40-core option also forces a memory upgrade from 32GB to 48GB. That combination adds $300 for the GPU and another $300 for the memory, making the total upgrade cost $600—an nuance spotted by John Gruber.
A Lenovo Legion 5 laptop allegedly configured with 64GB DDR5 RAM was serviced by Best Buy after warranty. The retailer reportedly charged the full price for the 64GB setup, then removed one 32GB RAM module during service and kept it, claiming the upgrade was incompatible with the system, despite the unit reportedly functioning with 64GB for months. The incident, reported on Reddit, has sparked debate over memory compatibility and retailer practices, with suggestions to escalate the issue with Best Buy.
Leak shows AMD’s Strix Halo refresh: the Ryzen AI Max+ 495 Pro with 16 Zen 5 cores and Radeon 8065S iGPU, now supporting up to 192GB RAM (up from 128GB), and scoring around 57,525 in PassMark CPU tests—modest gains over the 395 Pro, with Medusa Halo expected to bring larger upgrades.
Apple's upcoming iPhone 18 is expected to feature 12GB of RAM, similar to the iPhone 17 Pro, marking a significant upgrade for the base model, driven by increased demand for higher memory capacity and potential AI capabilities. The release is staggered, with the base iPhone 18 launching in spring 2026, and Apple sourcing more LPDDR5X DRAM chips from Samsung, Micron, and SK Hynix to support this upgrade.
Anthropic is updating its Claude chatbot to include a new memory feature that allows it to remember past conversations without prompting, enhancing its usefulness and user experience. The feature, available to Max subscribers and rolling out to Pro users, offers transparency and control over stored memories, including the ability to toggle, edit, and create separate memory spaces. This positions Claude closer to competitors like ChatGPT and Gemini, although the implementation of memory features in chatbots remains a topic of debate due to potential mental health concerns.
The Galaxy S24+ is now available for $999 with a free memory upgrade to 512GB and a free Anti-Reflecting Screen Protector as part of the Discover Samsung Summer Sale. Buyers can also save up to $600 with a trade-in and get discounts on earbuds and smartwatches when bundled with the phone.
Leaks reveal that Apple is upgrading the technology in its iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max models while working to diversify its supply chain and reduce reliance on a single supplier. Tang Tan, Apple's head of product design for the iPhone and Apple Watch, is leaving the company, potentially impacting future product designs. The iPhone 16 may not receive a memory upgrade, sticking with 6 GB of RAM, which could pose challenges for AI and machine learning capabilities. Apple is also diversifying its battery supply, signaling a preference for batteries manufactured in India and introducing a new battery design using a frosted metal shell for improved thermal management.
Samsung is offering a free memory upgrade for the Galaxy Tab S9 series until September 11. Customers can get more RAM and storage without paying extra, with deals available for the Tab S9, Tab S9+, and Tab S9 Ultra models. The tablets also feature dust and water resistance, a display upgrade to AMOLED, and support for Samsung DeX, making them versatile and stylish options for productivity.
Samsung is offering a free memory upgrade for the Galaxy S23 Ultra in the USA, but only for the Sky Blue 512GB variant, which also comes with a $180 discount. The offer is an online exclusive and might be easily missed, but it's a great deal for those who want more storage and a unique color option.
Samsung is offering a limited-time promotion for the Lime Green Galaxy S23 Ultra in the USA, providing a free memory upgrade to 512GB regardless of whether you trade in an older phone or buy at full price. The offer is only valid for the Lime Green color option, which is an online-exclusive color. The promotion allows customers to save up to $750 through the trade-in program, and the unlocked 512GB variant can be purchased for $1,199.
Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24+ will have a memory upgrade of up to 12 GB RAM and a more power-efficient version of Samsung's M11 AMOLED panel. The phones may be stuck at 1080p resolution, and the 50 MP ISOCELL GN3 camera sensor will be scrapped next year with the Galaxy S25 series. The Exynos 2400 SoC with a 10-core CPU and 10-core RDNA2 GPU will be featured in the Galaxy S24.