How Much Pricier Will the New iPhone 18 Range Be?
TrendForce says memory will account for more than 40% of iPhone component costs next year, making higher retail prices likely.
- Apple is expected to formally introduce the iPhone 18 series next month, with industry reports pointing to a launch window between September 7 and 9. The company has not confirmed specifications or pricing.
- Leaks suggest the iPhone 18 Pro may see price increases in India, with the Pro model starting at approximately Rs 1,39,900 and the Pro Max tipped to carry a starting price of Rs 1,54,900.
- Anticipated features include an A20 Pro chip built on the TSMC 2nm process and a Dynamic Island that is up to 35 per cent smaller, alongside a variable-aperture camera system.
- The devices are expected to ship with iOS 27, emphasizing Apple Intelligence and Siri upgrades. Reports indicate the Chinese version of the Pro Max could feature a 5,500mAh battery.
- While these details provide an early picture of the 2026 flagship phones, Apple has not confirmed any specifications or pricing. Consumers will await the official announcement to clarify final features.
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New rumor tells us all about Apple's imminent iPhone price hike
According to a new rumor from a tipster on X, Apple will be raising prices for all existing iPhone models, as well as those launching next month, by $100. The same source also seems to imply that Apple's launch event for the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and iPhone Ultra will be held on September 8. That is a Tuesday and Apple has in the past held events on Tuesdays, so it's definitely not out of the question. We all know an iPhone price hik…
iPhone 18 Pro could see absolutely massive price hike according to researchers
The price hike could be even bigger than we thought. A new report from Counterpoint Research released today indicates that the iPhone 18 Pro models could be way more expensive than we previously expected."A price increase on the new iPhones is inevitable," the report ominously begins. Though it notes that the question is whether or not Apple will eat some of the costs or pass higher prices along to customers.(Image credit: Counterpoint Research)…
Pegatron says the base iPhone 18 won't launch alongside the iPhone 18 Pro lineup
An Apple supplier has lent additional credibility to ongoing rumors suggesting Apple will release the iPhone 18 base model separately in early 2027.Image credit: PegatronIt seems increasingly likely that Apple will not release the core iPhone 18 at its expected September 2026 iPhone launch. Instead, the company may launch it in early 2027.This isn't the first time we've heard this story. The rumor first surfaced nearly a year ago in August 2025.…
iPhone 18 Pro Prices May Not Rise: How Apple Plans to Absorb Component Cost Surge
Apple could face a sharp increase in the cost of making the iPhone 18 Pro, but that does not necessarily mean consumers will absorb the full increase. TrendForce estimates that the bill of materials (BOM) for the 256GB iPhone 18 Pro could rise by about 38% year on year, with memory costs driving much of the increase. The research firm expects Apple to offset part of the pressure by accepting lower gross margins, potentially limiting the impact o…
The component cost of the iPhone 18 Pro is expected to surge by 38% compared to its predecessor due to rising memory prices driven by artificial intelligence. With memory now surpassing the AP and display to become the top component in cost share, Apple is facing the dilemma of simultaneously shrinking margins and raising product prices. This phenomenon of "chipflation" is expected to deal a greater blow to manufacturers of mid-range and budget …
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