Predicting iPhone 16 price before launch will increase or decrease?

One of the notable trends in recent years is that the prices of flagship smartphones tend to increase significantly when a new generation is released. This often makes consumers feel nervous, especially if they have waited a long time to own a new phone. The question is whether the iPhone 16 will continue this trend.

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When a new phone is released, its price usually increases due to the rising costs of raw materials and manufacturing. Some may see this as speculative behavior by big brands looking to profit, while others see it as a reflection of market realities. Either way, the fact that phone prices increase as a new generation is released is undeniable.

Samsung recently launched the Galaxy Z Fold 6 at a higher price than expected, much to the disappointment of many users. This has led to speculation that the iPhone 16 could also see a price increase when it is released. However, whether this actually happens depends on many factors, including competition from top Android phones.

Competition from Android phones, especially the Samsung Galaxy S24 series, will play a big role in Apple’s pricing decisions. With this fierce competition, it’s likely that Apple won’t want to raise the price of the iPhone 16 too much compared to its rivals. Plus, the expected upgrades for the iPhone 16 aren’t big enough to justify the price increase, especially when compared to previous Pro models.

Another important factor is the iPhone 16's specifications. Rumors suggest that the iPhone 16 won't have many major screen upgrades, such as keeping the refresh rate at 60Hz instead of upgrading to 120Hz. This further reduces the possibility that Apple will increase the price of the new iPhone line.

Additionally, while the iPhone 16 will come with a smarter Siri and new features from iOS 18, that alone isn’t enough to justify a price increase. Apple could even treat the AI ​​features as a separate service rather than bundling them into the iPhone’s price.

In short, while there are many factors that could lead to an increase in the price of the iPhone 16, given what has been revealed so far, this is still a big question. Instead, the launch of the iPhone 16 could reduce the price of the iPhone 15, giving consumers the opportunity to own quality iPhones at a more reasonable price. So if you are considering buying a new iPhone, wait until mid-September to make the most informed decision.

Nguyen Hung (According to Techradar)

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