Apple May Sell iPhones at These Prices: Pro at $1,199, Foldable at $1,999

Although Apple has raised the prices of various products in recent months, the prices of its iPhone models have remained unchanged so far. The company is preparing to unveil the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and the new foldable iPhone Duo model on September 9 at 21:00 Azerbaijan time. According to new information, both Pro models will cost $100 (170 manats) more than the previous generation. The starting price for both models is expected to be $1,199 (approximately 2,040 manats). Apple will thus move beyond its previous starting price of $999 (approximately 1,700 manats).

The main reason for the price increase is the rising cost of memory components. Since June, this expense has also affected the company’s other products, including Mac and iPad. Forecasts published throughout the year indicated that high-end models would see larger price increases. However, the expected $100 increase is significantly lower than the $300 (510 manats) forecast by some analysts.

Apple may also launch its new foldable smartphone at a more affordable price than previously expected. According to the report, the iPhone Duo will have a starting price of $1,999 (approximately 3,400 manats). Versions with more storage will be priced close to $3,000 (5,100 manats). Prices of $2,199 (approximately 3,740 manats), $2,299 (approximately 3,910 manats), and even $2,499 (approximately 4,250 manats) had previously been suggested for the device.

The company is prepared to reduce its profit on each sale to maintain the $1,999 price. This move will make the iPhone Duo a closer competitor to Android-based foldable smartphones starting at $1,800 (3,060 manats). Apple expects the chosen price to have a positive impact on sales and generate strong market interest in the new foldable model.