Apple Raises Prices Of Older IPhones

Apple has increased the prices of several existing iPhone models worldwide. The changes came shortly after the company unveiled its iPhone 18 Pro lineup. Apple also introduced its first foldable smartphone, called the iPhone Duo. The latest price changes affect several older models. The affected devices include the iPhone 17, iPhone 17e, iPhone Air, and iPhone 16. Each model is now $100 more expensive than its original launch price. New iPhone Prices in the US The standard iPhone 17 now starts at $899 in the United States. Its price was previously lower at launch. The iPhone 17e has also received a $100 increase. It now starts at $699 in the US. Meanwhile, the iPhone Air now carries a starting price of $1,099. The iPhone 16 has also become more expensive. The base 128GB iPhone 16 now starts at $799. These changes affect buyers looking for older iPhone models. Price Increase Extends to Global Markets The latest price increase is not limited to the United States. The higher prices apply across regions where the affected models remain available. The move is unusual for Apple. The company typically reduces older iPhone prices after launching a new generation. This time, however, prices have moved in the opposite direction. The increase has reportedly been linked to an ongoing shortage of memory supplies. Apple has also raised prices for other products in recent months. These include Macs, iPads, and HomePods. Higher Prices in India Indian buyers are also facing higher prices for the affected iPhones. The iPhone 17 now starts at approximately $1,050. The iPhone Air has increased to around $1,575. The iPhone 17e now starts at approximately $840. The iPhone 16 has also seen a price increase. Its starting price is now around $945 in India. The latest changes could affect buyers planning to purchase previous-generation iPhones. Such buyers usually expect lower prices after a new iPhone launch. Instead, customers are now facing higher prices for several older models. The unusual move comes as Apple manages continued pressure from memory supply costs. In other news read more about iPhone 17 Gets Major Price Cuts Ahead of iPhone 18 Launch The company has not followed the usual pricing pattern this time. Buyers may therefore need to reconsider their options before purchasing an older iPhone model.