Overview
- Reliance Digital lists the iPhone 16e at Rs 48,990 after a flat Rs 10,910 cut, with an HSBC EMI discount taking the effective price to Rs 41,490.
- Flipkart shows the iPhone 16 Pro at Rs 99,999, with select bank offers reducing it to an effective Rs 95,999 and limited availability reported.
- Apple has discontinued the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max, contributing to sporadic online stock and clearance-style pricing at retailers.
- Coverage contrasts the discounted 16-series phones with the iPhone 17 Pro at roughly Rs 1,30,000, citing the A19 Pro chip, stronger thermals, a brighter and tougher display, and camera upgrades.
- Key tradeoffs highlighted include the iPhone 16e’s A18 chip and 60Hz OLED display versus the 17 Pro’s longer performance headroom and feature set for buyers prioritizing longevity.