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  • Nine cheapest countries to buy iPhone 16 in 2025

    Nine cheapest countries to buy iPhone 16 in 2025

    A recent global price comparison has revealed the countries where Apple’s latest iPhone 16 (base model, 128 GB) is most affordable. Factors such as local manufacturing, tax policies, and market competition play a major role in determining prices.

    Here are 9 cheapest countries to buy iPhone 16 in 2025

    1. China

    China tops the list as the cheapest place to buy the iPhone 16. Local assembly reduces logistics, shipping, and import costs, enabling Apple to offer lower prices.

    2. Japan

    Japan offers some of the lowest iPhone prices in the world, continuing a trend seen across several Southeast Asian markets.

    3. United States

    With no import taxes, pre-tax pricing, and direct Apple sales without retailer markups, the US remains a cost-effective market for buyers.

    4. Hong Kong

    Hong Kong’s lack of sales tax or VAT, minimal import duties, and competitive pricing make it a popular destination for international shoppers.

    5. Thailand

    Thailand is another Asian country where the iPhone 16 is relatively inexpensive, benefiting from favourable regional pricing strategies.

    6. Malaysia

    Lower prices in Malaysia are driven by favourable exchange rates, minimal taxes, and strong competition among electronics retailers.

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    7. United Arab Emirates (UAE)

    The UAE offers tax-free shopping for tourists, low import duties, and competitive pricing aimed at attracting global buyers.

    8. South Korea

    Intense competition from domestic smartphone brands like Samsung pushes Apple to maintain competitive pricing in South Korea.

    9. Australia

    Australia also ranks among the cheaper markets for the iPhone 16, thanks to favourable retail pricing and stable supply.

  • Eight things to know about iPhone 16 series

    Eight things to know about iPhone 16 series

    Apple will on Monday, September 9, unveil its highly awaited iPhone 16 series.

    The unveiling was made during the Apple ‘Glowtime’ event at the Apple Park in Cupertino, California, USA.

    The new series will feature four models: iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max.

    According to reports, these devices are expected to be available in Apple Stores by Friday, September 20.

    Here are things to know about the iPhone 16 series.

    1. The iPhone 16 might start at $799, while the iPhone 16 Plus could be priced at $899.

    2. The iPhone 16 Pro is expected to start at $1,099, and the iPhone 16 Pro Max may be priced from $1,199.

    3. The iPhone 16 Pro will reportedly have a larger 6.3-inch display compared to the 6.1-inch display on the iPhone 15 Pro.

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    4. The iPhone 16 Pro Max is projected to have a larger 6.9-inch display than the 6.7-inch display on the iPhone 15 Pro Max.

    5. The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus are expected to keep Apple’s current display sizing at 6.1 and 6.7 inches, respectively.

    6. Apple updated the iPhone’s design with the softer edges on the iPhone 15 series and the titanium frame on the iPhone 15 Pro, so we’re not expecting any significant changes to the iPhone 16, apart from a standard refresh of colours.

    7. The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus may adopt an oval pill-shaped camera module that could look similar to the iPhone X and iPhone XS camera module rather than the square module on current and previous iPhone generations.

    8. The iPhone 16 series is likely to be powered by the new A18 chip. All models in the series are expected to feature 8GB RAM to support the new Apple Intelligence suite.