Indians Travel to Dubai for Cheaper iPhone 18 Pro Purchases
· Technology · Times of India, LiveMint
Indian shoppers are traveling to Dubai to purchase the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max due to significant price disparities between the two markets. The iPhone 18 Pro starts at approximately ₹1.33 lakh in the UAE, compared to a starting price of ₹1.64 lakh in India. For the Pro Max model, the price difference reaches roughly ₹38,000, leading some buyers to conclude that the total cost remains lower even after accounting for flight and visa expenses. Shoppers reported that high taxes in India contribute to the substantial price gap. Some individuals are purchasing multiple units for family members to maximize their savings during these trips.
Why it matters
The price discrepancy highlights the impact of import duties and taxes on premium consumer electronics in India, driving a segment of the market to seek alternatives abroad.
Read the original report — Times of India
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