iPhone 18 Pro Costing Apple 38% More to Make, TrendForce Estimates
TrendForce says memory will account for more than 40% of iPhone component costs next year, making higher retail prices likely.
- Apple is expected to formally introduce the iPhone 18 series next month, with industry reports pointing to a launch window between September 7 and 9. The company has not confirmed specifications or pricing.
- Leaks suggest the iPhone 18 Pro may see price increases in India, with the Pro model starting at approximately Rs 1,39,900 and the Pro Max tipped to carry a starting price of Rs 1,54,900.
- Anticipated features include an A20 Pro chip built on the TSMC 2nm process and a Dynamic Island that is up to 35 per cent smaller, alongside a variable-aperture camera system.
- The devices are expected to ship with iOS 27, emphasizing Apple Intelligence and Siri upgrades. Reports indicate the Chinese version of the Pro Max could feature a 5,500mAh battery.
- While these details provide an early picture of the 2026 flagship phones, Apple has not confirmed any specifications or pricing. Consumers will await the official announcement to clarify final features.
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Apple hasn't yet introduced the iPhone 18 Pro, but due to the memory crisis in the industry, it's estimated that costs will increase and the device could be priced 38% higher.
iPhone 18 Pro costs will increase considerably, memory went up 38% according to TrendForce
iPhone 18 Pro to launch in September with bigger battery, A20 Pro chip, amazing camera and more
The iPhone 18 Pro series is expected to launch in September with several rumoured upgrades, including an A20 Pro chip, larger batteries, variable-aperture cameras, a smaller Dynamic Island and improved connectivity. The Pro models could also be significantly more expensive in India.
iPhone 18 Pro launch next month, price may start at Rs 1,39,900: Everything we know
Apple’s upcoming Pro iPhones could arrive with a smaller Dynamic Island, a new 2nm processor and a variable-aperture camera. Leaks also suggest that the iPhone 18 Pro could see a price increase in India, while the Pro Max may cross Rs 1.5 lakh at launch.
iPhone 18 Pro Costing Apple 38% More to Make, TrendForce Estimates
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro will cost nearly 40 percent more to build than its predecessor because of soaring memory prices, according to new data analyzed TrendForce. The research firm's latest smartphone analysis puts the bill of materials for the 256GB iPhone 18 Pro roughly 38 percent above the equivalent iPhone 17 Pro, and says higher retail prices will be unavoidable as a result.
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