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Massive Discounts on iPhone 16 Series Ahead of iPhone 17 Launch: Here’s How Much You Can Save Right Now

Looking to upgrade your iPhone? The iPhone 16 series is now available with major discounts and exciting offers across top platforms like Flipkart, Amazon, Reliance Digital, and JioMart. Explore updated deals, exchange benefits, and bank offers ahead of the iPhone 17 launch.

Published By: Deepti Ratnam | Published: Jul 16, 2025, 11:16 AM (IST)

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Apple may well be gearing up to release the iPhone 17 series, but provided you require a new iPhone, this is your chance of buying smart. The recent price reduction on the iPhone 16 series means that retailers are now ready to sell top Apple devices at significantly lower prices than they were when it was released. No matter whether you want to get an entry-level model or high-end powerhouse, everyone will find a deal.

Whether it is Amazon and Flipkart or Reliance Digital and JioMart these discounts are accompanied by bank offers and exchange bonuses which mean that there is discounting beyond expectations. This is a breakdown of prices of different versions of the iPhone 16 and the discounts that are currently available.

iPhone 16e: Entry-Level iPhone Now Under Rs 50,000:

The iPhone 16e (128GB) that was released in February 2025 at a starting price of Rs 59,900 is currently selling on Amazon at 50,999. That is an outright discount of nearly 9000 rupees. However the actual bargain starts when you use the HDFC Bank card with discount of Rs. 1,500 which means the effective price will be reduced to Rs. 49,499.

And are you upgrading your old phone? You might also save up an extra Rs 47,150 based on the values of your device.

iPhone 16:

iPhone 16 (128GB) with a regular price of Rs 79,900 now costs Rs 69,999 on Flipkart. After giving 4,500 discounts on HDFC Bank credit cards, the remaining price is Rs 65,499 only.

Throw in exchange offers of up to 46,150, and this can become one of the most value-packed models in the lineup in those with solid performance and camera features at a significant discount.

iPhone 16 Plus: Big Display, Bigger Savings

The iPhone 16 Plus (128GB) was launched at ₹89,900, but it’s now down to Rs 79,999 on Flipkart. Apply the HDFC Bank discount of Rs 4,500, and you can take it home for Rs 75,499. With the potential exchange discount maxing out at Rs 59,500, this deal can significantly reduce your total cost if you have a newer device to trade in. That’s a straight Rs 14,401 drop from launch pricing that too without counting the exchange.

iPhone 16 Pro: Flagship Performance for Under Rs 1 Lakh

The iPhone 16 Pro (128GB), which had a starting price of Rs 119,900, is available in Reliance Digital at Rs 107,199. Purchase with the IDFC FIRST Bank debit/ credit card and the price is further reduced to an effective price of Rs 97,199, you will receive an immediate discount of 10,000.

iPhone 16 Pro Max: Maximum Power, Now Rs 21,000 Cheaper

If you’re looking for Apple’s most premium offering, the iPhone 16 Pro Max (256GB) is currently listed on JioMart at Rs 1,30,990, down from its Rs 1,44,900 launch price. Paying via a Bank of Baroda card can fetch you an extra 7.5% off (up to Rs 7,000), dropping the price further to Rs 1,23,990.