Post-iPhone 18 Pro Launch, Apple Upwardly Revises iPhone Lineup Pricing in India

Following the debut of the iPhone 18 Pro series, Apple has implemented substantial price hikes across its existing smartphone catalog in India, raising costs on several current and previous-generation handsets.

Price Revisions in India

The steepest surge hits the ultra-thin iPhone Air, which climbs by Rs 30,000 to a new starting figure of Rs 1,49,900. Meanwhile, the base iPhone 17 sees a Rs 17,000 jump, bringing its 256GB entry model to Rs 99,900 and the 512GB configuration to Rs 1,24,900. Older and entry-level options are not spared: the iPhone 17e rises by Rs 15,000, and the older iPhone 16 increases by Rs 10,000.

iPhone 17 Specifications

• Display: 6.3-inch panel featuring a smooth 120Hz refresh rate, Always-On capability, and 3,000 nits peak brightness. Protected by Ceramic Shield 2 with an anti-glare coating.
• Processor: Apple A19 chip, optimized for on-device AI workloads and high-frame-rate gaming.
• Rear Cameras: 48MP main sensor supporting 2x optical-quality crop, paired with an updated 48MP ultra-wide lens.
• Front Camera: 18MP square sensor featuring Center Stage for auto-framing video calls and capturing wide selfies without turning the device.
• Battery: Rated for up to 30 hours of video playback (an 8-hour boost over the iPhone 16).
• Color Finishes: Mist Blue, Sage, Lavender, Black, and White.

iPhone Air Specifications

• Display: 6.5-inch Super Retina XDR OLED with 120Hz ProMotion, Always-On functionality, Dynamic Island, and 3,000 nits peak brightness.
• Processor: High-performance A19 Pro chipset.
• Cameras: 48MP Fusion primary rear camera paired with an 18MP Center Stage front-facing camera.
• Battery & Power: Up to 27 hours of continuous video playback, supported by fast wired and wireless charging.