The Price of Progress: When Even Old Phones Get Expensive The steady drumbeat of inflation and economic uncertainty has made price hikes all too familiar.
However, when older iPhones become more expensive, it's worth examining what this says about our collective values – or Apple's priorities.
Recent news from Cupertino indicates that prices for some existing models are increasing by hundreds of dollars. The iPhone 16 now starts at $799, while the iPhone Air costs a staggering $1,099.