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Apple increases iPhone prices in Japan by up to 11%

Apple has increased the retail prices of its iPhone 17 lineup, iPhone Air, and iPhone 16e in Japan by up to 11% to combat ongoing currency fluctuations.

Key Points

  • Apple raised prices across multiple models, including the iPhone 17 Pro Max, which saw a ¥20,000 increase to ¥214,800.
  • The iPhone Air and iPhone 17 models experienced price hikes of 11% and 10%, respectively.
  • The adjustments follow a period where the Japanese yen reached its lowest valuation against the dollar in 40 years.
  • These changes align with recent price increases for Mac and iPad products, which were driven by rising global component costs.
  • Apple is expected to provide further financial context during its fiscal Q3 earnings call scheduled for July 30.

Why it Matters

These price adjustments highlight how Apple manages regional profitability in response to significant currency volatility and a weakening yen. While the move protects the company's margins in Japan, it remains unclear if similar pricing strategies will be necessary in other international markets.
9to5Mac Published by Chance Miller
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