iPhone 17 series in India: Attractive pricing, but steep premium stays

Other offerings priced attractively, iPhone 17 starts at Rs 82,900

Apple Inc has unveiled its latest iteration of the iPhone, introducing the entry-level iPhone 17 at a starting price of around ₹82,900, powered by 256GB of storage — a reduction of roughly ₹7,000 compared to the launch price of the iPhone 16, which debuted at ₹89,900. Yet, despite these devices bearing the “Made in India” label, local consumers continue to pay a steep premium compared to their counterparts in the US, where the same models are exported. 

The Cupertino-based company has made efforts to absorb some costs, including depreciation and taxes, but the price gap remains stark. 

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