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While Apple has recently raised prices on its iPhone lineup in India, consumers can still find the base model of the iPhone 17 at its original launch price. According to a report from TelecomTalk, the iPhone 17 (256GB) is currently listed for Rs 82,900 on Flipkart.
Price Discrepancy Explained
The lower price applies to remaining older stock, identifiable by the original Maximum Retail Price (MRP) printed on the box. However, purchasing this older stock means foregoing EMI support. Consumers paying in cash can secure a discount from the now-increased price of Rs 99,900 at physical retail locations, but availability is dwindling.
Flipkart Availability
On Flipkart, the iPhone 17 is being sold by NGIVR Retails, a seller with a six-year history and a strong rating on the platform. While not directly from Apple, this provides an avenue to purchase the device at the original price. TelecomTalk notes that this older stock is selling quickly.
iPhone 17 Key Specifications
- Display: 6.3-inch OLED Super Retina XDR
- Chipset: A19
- Rear Camera: Dual 48MP sensors (no telephoto lens)
- Front Camera: 18MP
- Refresh Rate: 120Hz
- Storage: 256GB (base variant)
- Water Resistance: Water proof and splash resistant
TelecomTalk highlights that retailers are incentivized to sell even older stock at the higher, updated price, making this opportunity to purchase at the original Rs 82,900 particularly rare.
