The iPhone 18 Pro Will Probably Cost At Least $1,399
The iPhone 18 Pro is just a little over a month away, likely debuting sometime in September, but if you were planning on upgrading, you should probably get ready for a higher price tag. Apple has already raised prices on most of its Mac and iPad lineup back in June , due to increased memory prices, but the iPhone and Apple Watch were largely unaffected. However, the price increases seem like…
The iPhone 18 Pro is set to launch within the next month, possibly in September. Apple may increase the price of the new device significantly, potentially starting at $1,399 for the regular model and between $1,449–$1,499 for the larger Pro Max version, according to a prediction by tech analyst Jeff Pu. This would mark a 24% price increase from current iPhone 17 Pro models, which start at $1,099 and $1,199 respectively.
The smartphone market has seen a surge in prices this year, with Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra carrying a $100 price hike over its predecessor and an even pricier non-ultra option. Although Apple is rumored to be developing a foldable iPhone, its costs are expected to remain prohibitively high. As the AI-driven memory shortage continues to drive up prices, these trends are likely to persist in the coming months.
The issue has already begun affecting other devices, such as the recently increased Xbox Series X price and the ongoing RAM price issues faced by gaming hardware manufacturers like Valve.
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