Why This Is The Worst Time To Buy An iPhone Ahead Of The iPhone 17 Launch?

The market is still full of tempting deals on iPhone 16, iPhone 15 or even several-year-old iPhone 14. From Flipkart, Amazon, and Vijay Sales to Croma — all the major e-commerce players are offering the iPhones at massively discounted prices. Last year’s iPhone 16 is already available with around Rs 10,000 discount without any bank offers since its launch. The previous avatars are even cheaper. But still, we would suggest that this is the worst time to buy an iPhone! Also Read: iPhone 17 Could Get A Price Hike In India Soon; Here’s What We Know So Far

And the upcoming iPhone 17 series launch is not the sole reason behind this, but there are several other factors which contribute to it. Here is why and when you should buy your next iPhone.  Also Read: iPhone Air Becomes More Affordable With Up To Rs 13,000 Off In Black Friday Sale

Why This Is The Worst Time To Buy An iPhone? 

iPhone 17 Launch Ahead

There are several reasons. Obviously, the iPhone 17 series launch is one of the key factors. The tech enthusiasts and Apple fans are desperately waiting for the next Apple flagship and the leaks suggest that even the standard version — the iPhone 17 may get several crucial upgrades this year. From the better 120Hz ProMotion display, a new and powerful A19 chip, and a 24MP selfie camera — the iPhone 17 is expected to get several improvements. The iPhone 17 Pro and the Pro Max may even get a complete design makeover.  Also Read: Why Smartphone Makers Are Suddenly Backing Away From Super-Thin Designs

So, if you are someone who wants to get their hands on the latest tech and top-most upgrades, then buying a year-old iPhone 16 or even the previous models doesn’t make sense. Waiting for less than a month will land you with a pool of options with the latest specifications and features. 

Official Price Cut On iPhone 16 And More

If you are eyeing the iPhone 16, know that Apple usually announce a major price cut on its previous year’s model just after the launch of the next major launch – the iPhone 17. Not only that, the previous year’s models, such as the iPhone 15 and the iPhone 14, are also expected to get an official price drop by Apple after the iPhone 17 launch on September 9th. Following this, the e-commerce platform may even bring down the prices further with several bank offers and cashbacks. 

Festival Sale Ahead

Another major reason to skip buying an iPhone right now is the festival sale season, which is just around the corner. If you are in India, you must be aware that the major festivals such as Dussehra, Diwali, Durga Puja, and others are way ahead of the usual time of every year. That means the festival sale season is expected to begin by the end of September or early October. This will bring the perfect opportunity for all those iPhone fans who are waiting to buy a new one. 

When Should You Buy An iPhone? 

Right after the launch of the iPhone 17, obviously! And to avail even more discounts, you should wait for the mega festive sale season on Flipkart and Amazon to get the iPhones at the best price.