Inflation impacts not only consumers but also tech giants like TSMC, which just announced a 10% price hike on its processors. TSMC designs chips for Apple’s iPhones, Macs, iPads, Apple Watches, AirPods Pro, and Apple Vision Pro, making it a key player in mobile microprocessors, surpassing Qualcomm in Wall Street capitalization.
- TSMC has decided to increase the price of its processors by 10%.
- They manufacture processors for iPhone and Apple Vision Pro.
- This could lead to a projected 10% increase in iPhone prices as early as next year.
This price increase could lead to higher iPhone prices for consumers, given that processors are now the second most costly component after screens. Similar cost patterns apply to Macs, iPads, and Apple Vision headsets. The upcoming Apple Vision model, however, may be less expensive due to less powerful chips and potentially lower screen quality compared to the Vision Pro (4K).
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What are the consequences for the price of iPhones?
If the 10% price increase from TSMC is passed on to consumers, new iPhones could cost between 90 and 200 euros more, depending on the model. For instance, an iPhone 15 currently priced at around 970 euros could potentially exceed 1,065 euros with this adjustment. Apple has historically raised prices with new generations, as seen with the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro in late 2022.
For budget-conscious buyers, options like rentals or installment payments remain viable, though Apple recently removed installment options from its French online store. Third-party retailers offer leasing options as alternatives.
While prices are unknown, this is not the case for the iPhone 16 specs
The prices and features of the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro may not officially appear at the potential September keynote. However, leaks are clarifying technical details. Speculation suggests the iPhone 16 Pro will sport a larger 6.3-inch display, up from 6.1 inches, while the iPhone 16 Pro Max may include a 6.9-inch display, compared to the iPhone 15 Pro Max’s 6.7 inches.
Anticipated changes to the rear camera include adding a 5x optical zoom to both the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max. Currently, the iPhone 15 Pro has only a 3x optical zoom, but its telephoto lens is already well-regarded for quality.
