Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro models are rumoured to cost up to ₹30,000 more in India
Reports cited by NDTV Profit suggest Apple could raise India prices for the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max by ₹20,000–₹30,000, amid higher component and manufacturing costs. A September 12 unveiling is also rumoured, but specifications, timing and pricing remain unconfirmed.
Apple is rumoured to raise India prices for iPhone 18 Pro models by Rs 20,000-Rs 30,000, citing component and manufacturing costs. Reports also point to a September 12 unveiling, variable-aperture cameras, A20 chips and larger batteries.
Why this matters
The rumour follows Apple’s India price increases tied to memory costs and Cook’s “100-year flood” comments, alongside a record June India quarter driven by Mac sales, keeping premium pricing and demand in focus.
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