It has been 8 months since the iPhone 17 series was launched. Except for the iPhone Air, the prices of other models seem to be less loose than in previous years. (Photo/Reuters)
It has been about 8 months since the Apple iPhone 17 series was launched. Many Apple fans originally expected that after entering the middle and late stages of sales, channel prices would see a significant downward revision. However, the situation this year is different from previous years. Judging from the current market conditions, the overall price of the iPhone 17 series is still quite “hard”, so it may not be as easy as you think to get a bargain.
According to the latest quotation from the chain Jiesheng Communications, the current standard iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Pro series still maintain “relatively stable” prices. Looking at the mainstream 256GB and 512GB versions, the overall price reduction amount is only about 2,410 to 3,410 yuan, with an average decrease of about 7%. As for the large-capacity versions above 1TB, the price reduction amount is about 2,910 yuan to 4,410 yuan, and the average price reduction is only about 5.6%. The overall value preservation is obviously stronger than in previous years.
Picture/Tabulation by this newspaper, based on the latest quotation from Jiejiesheng Communications on May 16.
If we observe the sales rhythm of iPhones in previous generations, we have usually entered a more obvious period of price relaxation at this time in previous years, but this year’s iPhone 17 series prices have held up for a particularly long time. The market generally believes that this is related to the recent international situation, memory cost fluctuations, and the previous shortage wave. These factors combined make it relatively difficult to reduce channel prices.
Jiesheng said that the current shortage of iPhone 17 series has been alleviated compared to a while ago. For example, the stock of 256GB and 512GB models has gradually stabilized. However, if you target large-capacity versions above 1TB, it is still recommended to follow the principle of “buy when you see it in stock”. These models are still very scarce in the channel.
As for the iPhone Air, it is another situation. Due to relatively weak buying sentiment, it is the model with the most significant price reduction in the entire series. Some versions have been reduced in price as much as 8,710 yuan. Jiesheng also pointed out that the price of iPhone Air is already at the sweet spot. If you prefer ultra-thin and light iPhone fans who don’t pursue top-notch photography, you don’t have to wait and see anymore. It’s best to buy it as soon as possible while there is still a small amount of stock in the market.
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