I’ve seen this done on YouTube, but haven’t done it myself. It works as long as they know what they are doing. The phone recognizes the storage without issues. You, of course, have to have a backup of all your data as the new storage will be empty. Answer from jw154j on reddit.com
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iFixit
ifixit.com › Guide › Upgrade+iPhone+12+64GB+Storage+to+256GB › 140298
Upgrade iPhone 12 64GB Storage to 256GB - iFixit Repair Guide
Apply some Paste Flux to the bonding pad and put an iPhone 12 256G NAND in position.
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Apple Community
discussions.apple.com › thread › 255360199
64gb to 256gb - Apple Community
July 3, 2024 - There is no way to do that. That’s a SIM card slot, not an SD card slot. You can not increase the internal storage on an iphone.
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Reddit
reddit.com › r/iphonehelp › upgrading iphone storage from 64gb to 256gb? anyone with experience?
r/iphonehelp on Reddit: Upgrading iPhone Storage from 64GB to 256GB? Anyone with Experience?
August 18, 2023 -

Hey all,

I've been hearing about a service available in China where you can upgrade the storage of an iPhone XR from 64GB to 256GB for around $60. It seems like most of the phone repair shops there offer this service. I'm quite intrigued by the idea, but I'm wondering if anyone here has any experience with it.

Has anyone actually gone through this upgrade process? If so, could you share your experience? Were there any complications or issues? Did the upgraded storage function just like the original, or did you face any unexpected problems? And most importantly, are there any specific sequences or steps one should follow to ensure a successful upgrade without losing data or damaging the phone?

I'm really tempted to give this a shot, especially considering the significant cost savings compared to buying a new iPhone with higher storage. But I want to hear from people who have firsthand experience before taking the plunge. Your insights and advice would be greatly appreciated!

Looking forward to hearing your stories and opinions. Thanks in advance!

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I’ve seen this done on YouTube, but haven’t done it myself. It works as long as they know what they are doing. The phone recognizes the storage without issues. You, of course, have to have a backup of all your data as the new storage will be empty.
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And it voids you warranty, even you Apple Care+ warranty if you have it.
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Quora
quora.com › How-can-I-get-the-supplies-to-upgrade-my-iPhone-12-internal-storage-especially-the-256g-NAND-from-https-www-ifixit-com-Guide-Upgrade-iPhone-12-64GB-Storage-to-256GB-140298
How to get the supplies to upgrade my iPhone 12 internal storage, especially the 256g NAND (from https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/Upgrade+iPhone+12+64GB+Storage+to+256GB/140298) - Quora
Answer (1 of 2): Before getting all excited, read the conclusion to the link you provided. What they’re saying is that you can upgrade to 256GB, but you need a ton of special tools and experience. Without experience, buying the tools and trying this out on your phone will almost guarantee ...
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AppGeeker
appgeeker.com › resource › how-to-upgrade-iphone-storage.html
How to Upgrade iPhone Storage: 4 Methods
If you are going to directly upgrade the storage on an iPhone that has been used for a long period from 128GB to 256GB, then there is no any official solution from Apple.
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Fixsquad
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Upgrade iPhone Storage with FixSquad's Expert Solutions
The process involves carefully removing the original NAND chip and replacing it with a higher-capacity one, while keeping your existing data, iOS version, and app settings intact.
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REWA Tech
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Upgrade iPhone X 64GB Storage to 256GB - REWA Tech
June 12, 2024 - Today we will show you how to upgrade the storage of iPhone X from 64GB to 256GB with the help of iREPAIR DFU Box instead of traditional NAND chip programmers.
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iFixit
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Can I change my iPhone 8 storage from 64GB to 256GB? - iPhone 8 - iFixit
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Hi · Yes you can but this isn’t recommended · iPhone boards are very densely packed and they are also very thin which means they conduct heat very well · Although this is seen as a good thing on a iPhone that can be quite bad as it can cause things to reflow which can cause shorts · However if you know what you are doing and you are careful it’s possible · You will just need to replace the Nand chip and programme it with the original data from the old one · This can be quite expensive when you consider that the nand is expensive alongside the reprogramming machine and if anything unexpectedly reflows incorrectly it could cause more problems · So in my opinion it’s just worth making a backup and selling your old logicboard and buying a new one just to be in the safe side · Hopefully this helps · Any questions please ask · Thanks:-)
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Possible with soldering and reprogramming, if you need to ask, you can't do it, find someone else to do it for you.
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Apple Community
discussions.apple.com › thread › 251321986
Upgrade of iPhone storage - Apple Community
I'm from Philippines., I would like to know how much will it cost if I will upgrade my phone storage to 128 GB or 256 GB... by the way I'm using iPhone 11 (64GB).. Thank you · Posted on Apr 29, 2020 11:26 PM
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YouTube
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Upgrade iPhone 12 64GB Storage to 256GB - The Easiest Ever? - YouTube
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From first iPhone to iPhone 11, Apple has stored serial number, WiFi address, and Bluetooth address on NAND. However, REWA technicians recently discovered th...
Published   February 2, 2021
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Lifewire
lifewire.com › can-you-upgrade-iphone-memory-1999878
Can You Expand iPhone Memory?
August 18, 2022 - If you don't want a case, you could opt for a small, lightweight thumb drive that can be plugged into the Lightning port on the iPhone 5 and newer. One such device, the iXpand by SanDisk, offers up to 256GB of additional storage.
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Apple Community
discussions.apple.com › thread › 256040046
How to upgrade iPhone 16 Pro storage from… - Apple Community
It's not possible to upgrade the storage on an iPhone. You'll need buy one with more storage.
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InsanelyMac
insanelymac.com › blog › upgrade-iphone-storage
11 Ways to Upgrade iPhone Storage (Software, Cloud and Hardware)
February 27, 2025 - Upgrading to a newer iPhone model through Apple’s Trade-In program is an obvious way to increase storage. For example, moving from an older model with 64GB to a newer version offering 256GB or more can provide ample space for apps, photos, and videos.
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Reddit
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r/mobilerepair on Reddit: Upgrading iPhone Storage from 64GB to 256GB - Anyone with Experience?
June 22, 2023 -

Hey fellow Redditors,

I've been seeing that in China, there are repair shops offering the service of upgrading iPhone XR storage from 64GB to 256GB for around 60 USD. This sounds like an incredible deal considering the significant storage boost. I'm wondering if anyone here has had any experience with this service or knows about the feasibility of doing it yourself?

I'm especially curious about whether there are any sequences or steps that need to be followed for a successful upgrade. Are there any risks involved that I should be aware of? I'd love to hear from anyone who has gone through this process or knows someone who has.

Your insights and advice would be greatly appreciated! Thanks in advance for sharing your knowledge and experiences. 📱✨

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This is not something you should do yourself if you don’t have experience in. It’s really easy to ruin the phone / board . Find credible repair shop that does micro soldering and let professionals do it for you . I know it looks easy in youtube videos , but it’s not .
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Does anyone remember the video went out on YouTube where a guy packed up an iPhone on soldered one connection moved it over one spot resolved in expand iPhone from 6 GB at 512. Does anyone know where I can get this PO I can’t find it I’m willing to blow my phone up with us 12 pack of beer supposed to spend more money on it
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REWA Tech
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Upgrade iPhone 12 64GB Storage to 256GB - The Easiest Ever? - REWA Tech
July 18, 2024 - From first iPhone to iPhone 11, Apple has stored serial number, WiFi address, and Bluetooth address on NAND. However, REWA technicians recently discovered that the NAND on iPhone 12 does not store serial number, WiFi address, and Bluetooth address, which means that the NAND of iPhone 12 can directly be replaced by an iPhone 12 NAND and activated. Therefore, REWA technicians speculate that the storage upgrade of the iPhone 12 will be easier than previous models.
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Asurion
asurion.com › connect › tech-tips › how-to-increase-iphone-storage-capacity
How to increase your iPhone storage | Asurion
3 weeks ago - Tap iCloud > Manage Account Storage or Manage Storage. Or scroll down and tap Upgrade to iCloud+.
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YouTube
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Upgrade iPhone 12 Storage from 64GB to 256GB #shorts - YouTube
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iPhone storage not enough? Check out this video to see how we upgrade iPhone 12 storage from 64GB to 256GB.For more discounts, you can contact our wholesale ...
Published   July 5, 2022
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Reddit
reddit.com › r/iphone16pro › change from 128 to 256gb
r/iPhone16Pro on Reddit: Change from 128 to 256gb
November 16, 2024 -

Hi everyone,

I bought a 128gb iphone 16pro but I'm not really sure whether it will be enough or not.

My plan is to have it for a long time and I don't want to be always checking if it is full and that.

I use my phone for social media, YouTube, netflix and for taking photos while travelling.

In my current phone (5 years with it) I have 100gb occupied but I don't take that many photod because the camera isnt that good.

Should I change for tue 256gb

Thank you in advance!

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Have you thought about getting iCloud?
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I use a 5$ iCloud and also backup regularly on my laptop which has a 1tb ssd. Currently I have 9k photos and 200 vids and still have 85gb free on my 128gb. I think for me this is enough.
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iRobinPro
ask.irobinpro.com › iphone q&a
iPhone 11 storage upgrade - iPhone Q&A - iRobinPro
February 20, 2023 - Hi, can i upgrade my iPhone 11 storage 64gb to 256gb using third party service centre??. Is it recommendable.
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REWA Tech
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Upgrade iPhone X 64GB Storage to 256GB in 5 Steps with iREPAIR DFU Box - REWA Tech
July 10, 2024 - With the development of science and technology, mobile phone repair solutions are also constantly improving. Today we will show you how to upgrade the storage of iPhone X from 64GB to 256GB with the help of iREPAIR DFU Box instead of traditional NAND chip programmers.