iPhone XS launch: Apple iPhone X, iPhone 7, iPhone 6s get price cut in India
Apple iPhone 6s, iPhone 7, iPhone 8 have all got price cuts in India after the launch of iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, and iPhone XR. Here's a look at the new prices, options to consider
Apple iPhone 7, (seen in this picture, iPhone 8, iPhone 6s have all got a discount with the launch of iPhone XS and XS Max. We explore the full list of Apple iPhone price-cut and options to consider. (Image source: Reuters)
With the launch of three new iPhones X variants, Apple has also reduced prices for its older iPhones (iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus). If that was not enough, Apple has officially discontinued the iPhone X, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, and the iPhone SE. This is a common practise, Apple tends to introduce price cuts for older iPhones or discontinue the previous generation iPhones altogether when it launches new models.
So if you are looking to buy a previous generation iPhone, maybe this is the time to buy one for yourself. Bear in mind that the prices of older iPhones will drop further, around the festive reason with cashback offers and more. Here’s a list of eight phone models that you can purchase for less.
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iPhone SE Price: Starts at Rs 19,674 for the 32GB model
The iPhone SE was an unusual smartphone for many reasons. It was the same size of the iPhone 5s, but had the hardware of the iPhone 6s. The iPhone SE wasn’t the fastest phone, but it certainly was the cheapest iPhone one could buy.
Despite having a small 4-inch screen, the iPhone SE is still a sold buy for most people. Even though the iPhone SE has been officially discontinued, the device can still be purchased in India.
Pros: Decent hardware, headphone jack, great battery life, iOS 12 Cons: 4-inch screen is too small in 2018
The iPhone 6s is a logical choice for those who are looking to buy an iPhone in the budget. Sure, it doesn’t offer Face ID or dual cameras – but it’s not a bad option considering the price. Also, the iPhone 6s will be the best phone for most people who feels that the iPhone 6s Plus is too big to handle. On top of that, Apple iPhone 6s can be purchased in India for Rs 29,900, which is way more affordable than iPhone XR.
The iPhone 6s Plus is identical to the iPhone 6s in every sense, except for the screen size. The iPhone 6s Plus has a large, 5.5-inch display and a longer battery life , and a camera with optical image stabilization (OIS).
Unfortunately, you have to live with a single rear shooter on the back. Who should buy the iPhone 6s Plus? A pro user might get attracted towards the bigger screen size and a longer battery life.
While the iPhone 8 offers a lot more features (a glass-back design and an upgraded processor), the iPhone 7 doesn’t disappoint. It has the same screen size, the same cameras as the iPhone 8, and is also IP67 certified. Sure, the iPhone 7 doesn’t support wireless charging, but most people don’t even care about the feature. After the price cut, we would absolutely encourage users to get the iPhone 7.
Pros: Water resistance, respectable cameras Cons: Missing headphone jack, not as fast as the iPhone 8
It was perhaps the best smartphone when it got launched — and even today it makes complete sense to buy the iPhone 7 Plus. Not only does it have a big 5.5-inch screen, it is water-resistant, offers a dual-rear camera setup, and it has almost as good battery life as the iPhone 8 Plus.
Except for a glass-back design (the iPhone 7 Plus has an aluminum build), wireless charging and a slightly slower processor, iPhone 7 Plus is exactly the same as the iPhone 8 Plus.
The iPhone 8 appears to be a complete smartphone in terms of features. It has the right screen size most people would need; in addition, it has a glass-back which makes it superior to the iPhone 7 or iPhone 7 Plus in terms of look and feel.
Plus, it brings wireless charging, which we believe will be the standard feature on all premium phones moving forward. Though it lacks a dual-camera setup, where the iPhone 8 Plus has the advantage.
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Pros: A11 Bionic chip, water resistance, wireless charging, True Tone display, Cons: Single rear camera
iPhone 8 Plus Price: Rs 69,900 (64GB), Rs 84,900 (256GB)
Yes, the iPhone 8 Plus does offer some fancy new features – wireless charging, a glass back design, dual-rear cameras, and Apple’s A11 Bionic chip — but it’s certainly not something we would like to recommend even after a price cut. Why?
Because the iPhone XR is a better deal than the iPhone 8 Plus. Logically speaking, the iPhone XR is a modern device, with an all-screen design, Face ID, a more advanced processor and it also comes in a dash of new colours. At the end, the choice is yours. Either buy the iPhone 8 Plus or wait for the iPhone XR to hit the Indian market.
Pros: A11 Bionic chip, a long battery life, dual cameras Cons: lacks an all-screen design like the iPhone XR, Face ID
The iPhone X (pronounced “iPhone 10:) was Apple’s most exciting flagship when it made its debut last year. It had a futuristic design, an edge-to-edge OLED display, a new way to unlock the phone in the form of Face ID, and a jaw dropping price of Rs 95,390.
Now, the iPhone X starts at Rs 91,900 for the 64GB storage model and the 256GB variant will cost you Rs 1,06,900. While the price has come down, the iPhone X is not an impulsive buy. Instead, the iPhone XR seems to be a better option. It includes many of the same features and design as the iPhone X, and the same Face ID. The iPhone XR also supports Dual SIM and it comes in a range of different colours: white, black, blue, red, coral and yellow.
Pros: OLED display, dual rear cameras, premium build Cons: Astronomically high price tag in India
Anuj Bhatia is a personal technology writer at indianexpress.com who has been covering smartphones, personal computers, gaming, apps, and lifestyle tech actively since 2011. He specialises in writing longer-form feature articles and explainers on trending tech topics. His unique interests encompass delving into vintage tech, retro gaming and composing in-depth narratives on the intersection of history, technology, and popular culture. He covers major international tech conferences and product launches from the world's biggest and most valuable tech brands including Apple, Google and others. At the same time, he also extensively covers indie, home-grown tech startups. Prior to joining The Indian Express in late 2016, he served as a senior tech writer at My Mobile magazine and previously held roles as a reviewer and tech writer at Gizbot. Anuj holds a postgraduate degree from Banaras Hindu University. You can find Anuj on Linkedin.
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