iPhone 16 Pro effectively available under Rs 80,000, but there is a catch
The iPhone 16 Pro is a solid flagship smartphone — there's no second thought about it. However, it comes at a steep price — a price that's arguably a bit too high for any smartphone. That said, what if we told you that the iPhone 16 Pro is currently selling at a good discount? Additionally, if you exchange an old device, you can get an even better deal, bringing the effective price of the iPhone 16 Pro down to under Rs 80,000. Sounds unbelievable? It's actually true.advertisementIf you've been eyeing the iPhone 16 Pro, now might just be the best time to buy it. With a flat discount of Rs 7,000 on Amazon, along with an exchange offer of up to Rs 77,850, you can grab the iPhone 16 Pro for as low as Rs 77,700. Here's how the deal works.iPhone 16 Pro for Rs 77,700: All you need to knowThe iPhone 16 Pro was launched at a starting price of Rs 1,19,900 for the 128GB storage variant. Amazon is currently offering a direct discount of Rs 7,000, which brings the price down to Rs 1,12,900.
Now here's where things get interesting. There's also an exchange offer of up to Rs 77,850 on your old phone. Depending on the condition of your device, you can score a significant price cut on the iPhone 16 Pro.advertisementFor instance, if you trade in an iPhone 13 Pro in good condition, you can get an exchange value of Rs 35,200, effectively reducing the final price of the iPhone 16 Pro to just Rs 77,700. Similarly, if you exchange an Android flagship — say, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra — you can still get a decent deal of around Rs 27,450, bringing the price down to Rs 85,450.Either way, getting Apple's latest flagship at a price of around Rs 80,000 to Rs 85,000, with exchange, is definitely not a bad deal.Of course, the exact exchange discount depends on your current phone's condition and trade-in value. To check the best offer for your phone, simply visit Amazon, choose your preferred iPhone 16 Pro colour, and enter the details of your old device. If your phone qualifies for the maximum exchange value, you could walk away with a fantastic deal.iPhone 16 Pro: Should you buy it?Should you buy the iPhone 16 Pro? In one word — absolutely. If budget isn't a constraint, and you want Apple's latest and greatest, the iPhone 16 Pro is as good as it gets.Some of the key highlights of the iPhone 16 Pro include a stunning OLED display with 120Hz ProMotion support and ultraslim bezels. The screen size has also been bumped up to 6.3 inches, compared to the 6.1-inch panel on the iPhone 15 Pro. It's powered by the capable A18 Pro chipset, paired with 8GB of RAM and support for Apple Intelligence. Whether you're scrolling endlessly on Instagram or playing AAA titles like Resident Evil, the iPhone 16 Pro handles it all effortlessly. Apple claims the new 6-core GPU is 20 per cent faster than the A17 Pro and includes improved machine learning, faster USB 3 speeds, and support for ProRes video recording. Battery life has also seen a slight bump, easily lasting a full day with moderate usage.advertisementApple has made notable improvements in the camera department as well. While the regular iPhone 16 offers decent cameras, the Pro model takes things up a notch with its triple-camera setup. The main 48-megapixel sensor now uses second-gen quad-pixel tech, which reduces shutter lag for high-resolution ProRAW and HEIF images. The 48-megapixel ultra-wide camera now has autofocus, while the 12-megapixel periscope telephoto lens offers 5x optical zoom at a 120mm focal length — something missing from last year's iPhone 15 Pro. For video lovers, the iPhone 16 Pro supports 4K recording at 120fps, delivering sharp visuals, natural colours, and crisp audio.Overall, the iPhone 16 Pro brings meaningful improvements in performance, display, and cameras. If you've been waiting for the right moment to upgrade — and can take advantage of the exchange offer — now is a great time to go for it.
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