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iPhone 18 Expected to Cost More Next Year with Battery and Chip Upgrades
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What Happened?
Apple's iPhone 18 is anticipated to launch early next year, featuring a larger battery and a new A20 chip. However, it is also expected to see a price increase.
Key points
- iPhone 18 is expected to launch alongside iPhone 18e and iPhone Air 2.
- The new model may feature a longer battery life than iPhone 17.
- It is rumored to be powered by an A20 chip using TSMC’s 2-nanometer process.
- The standard iPhone 18 will reportedly not have a smaller Dynamic Island.
- Due to rising RAM and memory costs, the iPhone 18 is likely to see a price increase.
- Apple's iPhone 17 currently retails for Rs 99,900, up from Rs 82,900.
Key insights
- The price hike may lead to a shift in consumer preferences towards older models.
- Increased production costs could impact Apple's profit margins.
- The introduction of new models may intensify competition in the smartphone market.
Why it matters
The potential price increase could affect consumer purchasing decisions for Apple's upcoming models.
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India Today
