The new iPhone series is now available for purchase in India from today. Recent research highlights how individuals from various countries can afford the iPhone 16, revealing that in some places, it requires more than three months of work to buy this device.
Affordability Insights from the iPhone Index
According to the iPhone Index, which tracks the price-to-wage ratio for the iPhone 16 Pro (128 GB), the time needed to earn enough to purchase the phone differs widely across the globe:
Switzerland: A worker needs only 4 days to buy the iPhone 16.
United States: The average American requires 5.1 days.
Australia and Singapore: Both need about 5.7 days.
In stark contrast, individuals in India must work approximately 47.6 days to afford the iPhone 16, highlighting significant disparities in purchasing power.
Pricing of the iPhone 16 in India
The pricing for the iPhone 16 series in India is as follows:
iPhone 16: ₹79,900
iPhone 16 Plus: ₹89,900
iPhone 16 Pro: ₹119,900
iPhone 16 Pro Max: ₹144,900
These models are available for purchase at Apple retail stores and online in India, including locations like Apple BKC in Mumbai and Apple Saket in New Delhi, as well as through authorized sellers.
Upcoming Features for iPhone 16 Users
Next month, Apple plans to release a software update that will introduce the US English version of its Intelligence feature on the iPhone 16 series. This update will allow users to rewrite, proofread, and summarize text, further enhancing the capabilities of the new devices.