The iPhone, a device renowned for its design and quality is currently being manufactured in India. This move did not stimulate growth in the manufacturing sector. Also creates employment opportunities, within the country. However, it’s worth noting that some foreign countries offer prices for iPhones compared to India. In this article, we will explore the reasons behind the increased affordability of iPhones, in India. Shed light on countries where they can be purchased at lower prices.
Let’s take a look at the pricing of the new iPhone 15 models in both the United Kingdom and the United States. In the UK, the base model starts at £799, which is around Rs 82,770. The higher-end iPhone 15 Pro Max begins at £1,199, approximately Rs 124,206. Meanwhile, in the US, the starting price for the iPhone 15 series is $799 (about Rs 66,208), with the premium iPhone 15 Pro Max priced at $1,199 (approximately Rs 99,354).
In Hong Kong, the iPhone 15 base model is available at HK$ 6,899 (approximately Rs 73,062), while the iPhone 15 Pro Max starts at HK$ 10,199 (around Rs 108,010). Canada offers the base model of the iPhone 15 at $1,129 (approximately Rs 76,687), and the iPhone 15 Pro Max at AED 5,099 (roughly Rs 106,929).
In Thailand, the base model of the iPhone 15 is priced at ฿32,900 (approximately Rs. 76,472), while the iPhone 15 Pro Max costs ฿48,900 (around Rs. 113,662). In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the base model is available for AED3,399 (approximately Rs. 82,770), and the iPhone 15 Pro Max is priced at £1,199 (around Rs. 115,043). In Vietnam, the iPhone 15 base model is priced at VND 22,999,000 (around Rs 79,047), while the iPhone 15 Pro Max starts at VND 34,999,000 (approximately Rs 120,290).
The differences in pricing for iPhones across different countries can be attributed to several factors, such as local taxes, import duties, exchange rates, and market dynamics. When consumers are making purchasing decisions, it’s important for them to take these factors into consideration so they can ensure that they’re getting the best value for their money when buying an iPhone.
