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Touch got 64GB, why not iPhone 4?

The iPod Touch doesn't have a SIM slot so has space for a second flash memory chip. The iPhone only has space for one so the price for 64Gb is prohibitive.
 
robbieduncan said:
The iPod Touch doesn't have a SIM slot so has space for a second flash memory chip. The iPhone only has space for one so the price for 64Gb is prohibitive.
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Isn't it just 1 chip? So space isn't the issue. I would have thought that 64 wasn't available in enough amounts in time for release?
 
Pagga said:
Also, I bet 64GB is coming in the next iPhone 4s update after newyears.
There´s space
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Just to give you an idea on how jammed packed the iPhone 4 already is.

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iPod touch uses 2
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images are from ifixit.com
 
It is a bit too pricey to get 64gb in one chip.

Maybe the next update will have it once the prices drop.
 
Well, Toshiba came out with a 128GB flash memory chip earlier this year, but I assume it is way to expensive.
 
My guess would also be cost. You need to remember there were also a few months separating the releases, a few months makes a big difference in the tech world.
 
Just looking at the FCC images of the new Touch which is an 8GB model and it looks like there is only room for a single chip so they must be using a single 64Gb memory module now.

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The lack of a 64 GB was the only disappointment for me, upon the introduction of the iPhone 4.

Oh well, maybe next year.
 
Pagga said:
Also, I bet 64GB is coming in the next iPhone 4s update after newyears.
There´s space
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there isn't even space for air inside the iPhone 4

let alone another flash chip

not to mention I highly doubt there's gonna be an update after new years
 
I can only imagine a 64 gig iPhone... would be SO nice to have ALL my music and plenty room left for some apps.

And, oh my, I can't even fathom a 128 gig iPhone. I'd pay the premium price for that. I can dream.
 
Pagga said:
Also, I bet 64GB is coming in the next iPhone 4s update after newyears.
There´s space
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there's not going to be any update for the iPhone 4, why bother doing an update after new years when the iPhone 5 comes out in June?? unless you have a source, you should stop presenting your speculation as fact....
 
Even though the pattern has been:

-4GB and 8GB

-8GB and 16GB

-16GB and 32GB

I really doubt that the next generation will be "32GB and 64GB". There are too many people for whom 16GB is already overkill because they don't use the media features on their iPhone. And the iPhone is already way ahead of the competition as far as included storage. I've been shopping for Android phones with my dad because he refuses to leave Verizon and all those phones include 8GB to 16GB memory. Although they are all also expandable by microSD.
 
andythursby said:
there's not going to be any update for the iPhone 4, why bother doing an update after new years when the iPhone 5 comes out in June?? unless you have a source, you should stop presenting your speculation as fact....
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iPhone 5? Next June? Orly
 
TheConfuzed1 said:
The lack of a 64 GB was the only disappointment for me, upon the introduction of the iPhone 4.

Oh well, maybe next year.
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+1 I love the iPhone 4 - but my one wish when it was being announced was that it was going to come in a 64GB version.

The iPod Touchs highest capacity will always be double the highest iPhones - thats just how Steve rolls!
 
Only thing missing for me...

For me, space is the only downside to my brilliant iphone 4...

Ive whinged before about the reception, but ive learnt to "hold" it better to not really be impacted by the grip of death... I dont like cases, a phone this nice has to be shown off..

Im glad to hear the proximity sensor issues have been improved.

I dont care about processor, memory, camera etc etc.. all perfect with the 4.. But would love the luxury of another 32G to fit in more media. So here's hoping.

On a side note, apple is stilll ahead of the game on memory here. Almost all android phones require a micro sd or similar which goes up to in most cases 16-32g. SD card performace is far slower than having onboard memory. As for flexibility, very few people will swap SD cards. So im very happy with apples onboard memory and happy not to have to fiddle with SD cards.. but im greedily wanting just a bit more..
 
yeah i was wanting a 64GB but i could care less now..i stream most all my music/movies..the only thing i use my memory is for apps:D i dont really put music much any more or movies..i still have 11GB left so im good..next year will see a 64GB iphone....might not get 64GB i have no use for it..32GB is perfect for my needs
 
We would already have 64GB flash for the iPhones. The problem is that its expensive so it will probably stay at 32GB

Also, can't Apple make 48GB Models for the iPod Touch [32GB & 16GB]????
 
I really was hoping for the 64GB as well. It sucks to see that the 16GB option has been available on every iteration of this phone and they haven't moved past this.
 
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