iPhone Prices May Skyrocket in the US Due to Trump’s Tariff Policies — Be Ready, Your NRI Friends Might Soon Ask You to Buy One for Them from India
The latest US tariff policies under President Donald Trump could flip the script on how iPhones are bought in America—with India emerging as an unlikely shopping hotspot for non-resident Indians (NRIs). With new import duties hitting Chinese and Indian goods, Apple products in the US may soon become significantly more expensive, pushing NRIs to explore cheaper alternatives back home.
US Tariffs Could Make iPhones Costlier
Fresh tariffs on imports from China (54%) and India (26%) have sent shockwaves through the tech industry. Apple, which manufactures most of its devices in China, now faces a tough choice: absorb the extra costs or pass them on to consumers. Analysts predict iPhone prices in the US could surge by 30-40%, making high-end models like the iPhone 16 Pro Max nearly $700 more expensive.
India’s Rising Appeal for iPhone Buyers
With Apple expanding production in India, iPhones assembled locally could dodge some of the steep tariffs affecting Chinese imports. This makes India a potential bargain hub for NRIs looking to avoid US price hikes. A report suggests that buying an iPhone in India could save buyers hundreds of dollars, especially if they have friends or family traveling from India to the US.
While Apple hasn’t officially confirmed any price increases, analysts warn that US consumers may soon feel the pinch. For now, NRIs might want to keep their Indian contacts on speed dial—just in case.
