Tech & AI
Apple has launched the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max in India. The iPhone 18 Pro starts at Rs. 1,64,900 for the 256GB model and goes up to Rs. 3,14,900 for the 2TB variant. The Pro Max is priced from Rs. 1,79,900 to Rs. 3,29,900. Customers can purchase these models from Apple’s website, Apple Stores, and authorized resellers, as well as major online platforms like Amazon, Flipkart, Croma, and Reliance Digital. Quick-commerce services such as Swiggy Instamart, Zepto, and Blinkit now offer the iPhone 18 series, allowing buyers to order within minutes. Authorized resellers like Imagine, iPlanet, IndiaiStore, and iNvent also stock the devices. To make the premium pricing more manageable, Apple has introduced several offers. Buyers can get up to Rs. 7,000 cashback on eligible American Express, Axis Bank, ICICI Bank, and SBI credit cards. Additionally, up to six months of no-cost EMI is available. Apple’s Trade In program offers up to Rs. 81,500 for an eligible old device, depending on its model and condition. These offers do not change the official price but can reduce the effective cost.
Other retailers have their own promotions. Flipkart is offering up to Rs. 8,000 cashback with its Flipkart Axis Bank credit card. The combination of cashback, trade-in, and no-cost EMI can significantly lower the upfront payment. Buyers are advised to consider the total monthly outgo and exchange value rather than just the sticker price. With these options, the iPhone 18 Pro remains a premium device but becomes more accessible to a wider range of consumers.