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Apple Reportedly Plans iPhone 17 Price Hike Citing Design and Features

The increase is expected to accompany significant upgrades as Apple navigates tariff costs and supply chain challenges.

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Overview

  • Apple is reportedly preparing to raise prices for its iPhone 17 series, which is set to launch in fall 2025.
  • The company plans to justify the higher prices with substantial design changes and new features, avoiding direct attribution to tariff pressures.
  • Apple has allocated $900 million this quarter to cover U.S. import tariffs, which remain at 20% but could rise to a capped rate of 30%.
  • While exploring a gradual production shift to India, Apple continues to rely on China for the majority of its manufacturing needs.
  • Industry analysts suggest that a global iPhone price increase could lead Android manufacturers to raise their flagship device prices as well.