iPhone 17 and iPhone 16 Get More Expensive in India After Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro Launch
Apple has increased the prices of the iPhone 17 and iPhone 16 in India following the launch of its latest iPhone lineup.
Apple has surprised Indian buyers by increasing the prices of existing iPhone models instead of cutting them after the launch of its new iPhone lineup.
Key Highlights
- Apple has increased the official prices of the iPhone 17 and iPhone 16 in India.
- The iPhone 17 256GB now costs ₹99,900.
- The iPhone 17 512GB now costs ₹1,24,900.
- The iPhone 16 128GB now costs ₹89,900.
- The iPhone 17 256GB has become ₹17,000 more expensive.
- The iPhone 16 128GB has become ₹20,000 more expensive.
- The price increases come after Apple’s latest iPhone launch.
- Retailers may offer different effective prices through discounts and bank offers.
iPhone 17 and iPhone 16 Prices Increase in India
Apple has increased the prices of several iPhone models in India following its latest iPhone launch. Unlike the usual trend of previous-generation iPhones becoming cheaper after a new launch, the company has revised prices upwards for existing models.
The price revision means buyers looking for an iPhone 17 or iPhone 16 through Apple’s official India store will now have to pay considerably more than before.
iPhone 17 Price Increased
The iPhone 17 has received a major price increase in India.
The base 256GB variant, which was previously priced at ₹82,900, is now listed at ₹99,900. This represents an increase of ₹17,000.
The 512GB variant has also become more expensive, with its price increasing from ₹1,02,900 to ₹1,24,900.
| Model | Previous Price | New Price | Increase |
|---|---|---|---|
| iPhone 17 256GB | ₹82,900 | ₹99,900 | ₹17,000 |
| iPhone 17 512GB | ₹1,02,900 | ₹1,24,900 | ₹22,000 |
iPhone 16 Also Becomes More Expensive
The previous-generation iPhone 16 has also seen a substantial price increase.
The 128GB model, which was earlier available for ₹69,900, is now listed at ₹89,900 on Apple’s India store.
That represents a ₹20,000 increase in the official price.
Why Did Apple Increase the Prices?
Apple has not provided a detailed India-specific explanation for the price revisions.
However, rising component costs, including memory and storage-related costs, have been cited as factors behind higher smartphone prices.
The price changes also come at a time when Apple has introduced its latest premium iPhone models while continuing to sell previous-generation devices in its lineup.
A Different Strategy After the New iPhone Launch
Usually, the arrival of a new iPhone generation leads to price reductions for older models. This time, however, Apple has taken a different approach in India.
The company has increased prices for existing models, making the decision to buy an older iPhone directly from Apple more expensive.
However, customers may still find different prices at authorised retailers and e-commerce platforms because of discounts, bank offers and promotional sales.
What Does This Mean for Indian Buyers?
For customers planning to buy an iPhone 17 or iPhone 16 directly from Apple, the price increase could significantly affect the overall value proposition.
Buyers should compare Apple’s official prices with prices offered by authorised retailers before making a purchase, particularly during major sales when discounts and bank offers can reduce the effective price.
Bottom Line
Apple’s latest price revision has turned the usual post-launch iPhone pricing trend on its head. Instead of making older models cheaper, Apple has increased the official prices of the iPhone 17 and iPhone 16 in India.
With the iPhone 17 and iPhone 16 now considerably more expensive through Apple’s official store, buyers may need to compare retailer discounts and offers before deciding which iPhone offers the best value.
Source: Apple India; Moneycontrol; NDTV