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iPhone Pro prices surge $200 from 2019 to 2026

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The price of Apple's Pro iPhones has seen a significant increase over the years, with the iPhone 11 Pro launching in 2019 at $999 for a 64GB model. By 2026, the iPhone 18 Pro is projected to cost $1,199 for a 256GB model, representing a $200 hike from earlier iterations and a $100 increase from the previous year's iPhone 17 Pro. This price escalation is attributed to industry-wide cost increases, particularly in RAM and components, though Apple's price hikes are noted as less drastic than those seen with iPad Pros. AI

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iPhone Pro prices surge $200 from 2019 to 2026

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Antony Terence) ·

    Here's how much the iPhone Pro cost in 2019 vs. 2026

    The iPhone Pro has changed plenty since it was released in 2019, but how do the 2026 iPhone Pro prices fare in comparison with its original price?

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