Tech and electronics major Apple Inc. is set to launch its latest iPhone series 17 later today, along with a few accessories such as the AirPods Pro 3 and the Apple Watch Ultra 3.However, there is another aspect looming. Notably, Apple’s production line is largely based in China, and with Trump’s tariff offensive, it leaned heavily on its India facilities to pick up demand. But that could change.United States President Donald Trump is insistent that manufacturers start producing in the US, instead of China or India. For customers, especially, this could mean anything from a 40-50 per cent hike in cost to doubling and tripling of prices!Also Read | Did Trump tariffs trigger GST reform? Here’s what FM Sitharaman saysTrump administration is pressuring for US-madeAccording to an AP report, both Trump and US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick have repeated what analysts feel is an “unrealistic demand.” Why? For one, it would take years to pull off, and even if achieved, the cost of a full US-made iPhone “would result in a doubling, or even a tripling, of the iPhone’s current average price of about $1,000.”In terms of pricing, the rumour mill is currently churning numbers closer to previous releases, with the base variant at $799 ( ₹79,900) and price hikes between $50-100 estimated for the Air, Pro, and Pro Max models, up to $1,249 (approximately ₹1,45,000).But, tech analysts have warned that a “full” US-made iPhone could triple prices to $3,500 (around ₹3.1 lakh), CNN reported. Further, CNBC cited a Bank of America Securities official to note that the cost of labour difference between China and the US is dear — $40 ( ₹3,500) per unit in China vs $200 ( ₹17,219) per unit in the US — which could inflate the final cost of a US-made iPhone.Also Read | Apple Event 2025 LIVE: iPhone 17, 17 Air, 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max launching soonTariff impact on iPhone prices: How steep can it get?But, US manufacturing is still a long way away. The tariff impact on cost is still closer. According to a Reuters report, citing Rosenblatt Securities’ estimates, if Apple chooses to pass down the tariffs to customers, the prices of all its models could jump by at least 43 per cent.For the base model, that would be a jump from $799 to $1,142 (approximately ₹1,45,000), while the other models increase up to $2,300 (around ₹2 lakh) from $1,249.Notably, at the recent launch of its new Pixel smartphone, Google did not increase prices. All eyes will thus be on the launch event today to see what route Apple takes.(With inputs from Agencies) in a formal or creative style for better SEO.Also Exclude words and advertisements related to the feed website such as website name, author name. You must only respond with the modified content. Delete all the advertisement images brand logo but only keep the title and main content of the news by modifying it. You must only respond with the modified content. Block any jump outside of the site adarshnews.com. Basically remove any content or link related to original site. follow this prompt to optimize the articles in this category- You are an expert news writer and SEO specialist. Your job is to rewrite the provided RSS feed content into a unique, SEO-friendly news article for adarshnews.com. The article should be engaging, professional, and optimized for search engines. Follow these steps: 1. **Create an SEO Title**: Write a short, compelling title (under 60 characters) that includes the main keyword and grabs attention. 2. **Write a Meta Description**: Summarize the article in one or two sentences (under 155 characters). Make it engaging and include the primary keyword naturally. 3. **Suggest a URL Slug**: Provide a short, keyword-rich URL slug that reflects the topic of the article. 4. **Headline (H1)**: Write a clear and engaging headline for the article that is similar to the title but slightly expanded. 5. **Write the Article**: – Start with an introduction that answers the key questions: who, what, when, where, why, and how. – Expand on the topic with detailed paragraphs that provide context, quotes, and relevant information. – Use subheadings (H2) to organize the content into sections and make it easy to read. – Include related keywords naturally throughout the article. – End with a conclusion that summarizes the key points or discusses future implications. 6. **Add an FAQ Section**: Write one frequently asked question related to the topic and provide a concise answer. Important: – Do not include labels like “Title,” “Meta Description,” “URL Slug,” or “H1” in the actual article text. – Keep all SEO elements separate from the main content. – Ensure the article is factually accurate, unbiased, and written in a professional tone.
With the launch of the iPhone 17 series, the combination of US tariffs and former President Trump’s ‘Make in US’ mandate could lead to a significant increase in Apple phone prices, potentially reaching ₹3 lakh.
