iPhone 16 Price Cut By Rs 10,000: Should Buy It Ahead Of iPhone 17 Launch?

Apple is expected to launch its next flagship series — the iPhone 17 in a couple of months. While the launch is still a few months away, the previous generation models are getting a huge price drop this summer season. One of the most highlighted deals is none other than iPhone 17’s predecessor, iPhone 16.  Also Read: 5 Best iPhone Deals To Consider This Diwali Sale After iPhone 17 Launch

The e-commerce website Flipkart is offering a massive discount on the iPhone 16. But the question is — should you buy last year’s iPhone or wait for the upcoming iPhone 17? First, check out the deal here.  Also Read: Another Pro Max Phone Coming Soon, This Time From Oppo: Check Out Leaked Specs And Launch Timeline

iPhone 16 Price Drop

Flipkart is offering the 128GB storage variant of the iPhone 16 at Rs 69,999 without the need of any card offers or exchange deals. It must be noted that it was launched at Rs 79,999 in India last year for the same variant. Moreover, you can get a 5 percent cashback on the Flipkart Axis Bank Credit Card up to Rs 4,000 per statement quarter to further reduce the price of the iPhone 16. 

On top of these, Flipkart is also offering up to Rs 58,700 off while exchanging your old device. However, the exchange deal value will depend on the resale value of your old phone,e which depends on the brand, model, and condition of the smartphone.

Should You Buy the iPhone 16?

The iPhone 16 is a perfect option for iPhone buyers right now. It gets AI features at an affordable price, offers a 6.1-inch compact display, and features a 48MP main and 12MP secondary camera. With this massive discount, it is even more appealing.

However, if you are not in a hurry to buy a new phone and can wait for a couple of months, then it will be worth waiting for the iPhone 17 launch as it is expected to get a better selfie camera, a more powerful chipset and even new features with the latest iOS. Even if you don’t want to spend money on the iPhone 17 later, the iPhone 16 is expected to get more discounts after the flagship launch.