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iPhone 18 Pro Costing Apple 38% More to Make, TrendForce Estimates

Apple's latest iPhone models are costing more to produce, raising questions about pricing and availability.

By · Published August 10, 2026 at 20:30 UTC · Updated August 10, 2026 at 23:24 UTC

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Source diversity sample: AppleInsider · macrumors.com · MacRumors · 9to5Mac · tomsguide.com.

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Questions people are asking

Why is the iPhone 18 Pro more expensive to produce?

The iPhone 18 Pro is 38% more expensive to produce due to a memory shortage, according to TrendForce estimates.

How will the increased production costs affect consumers?

The increased production costs could potentially lead to higher prices for consumers, although Apple has not yet confirmed any price changes.

What new features are included in the iPhone 18 Pro Max?

The iPhone 18 Pro Max features a larger battery capacity, among other unspecified enhancements.

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This story first appeared in 🇫🇷 French coverage — 45 minutes before Archynetys detected it in English news.

🇬🇧 English Aug 10, 14:24 UTC
🇫🇷 French Aug 10, 13:39 UTC · Les Numériques

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What happened

Apple is facing increased production costs for its latest iPhone models. The iPhone 18 Pro is reportedly 38% more expensive to manufacture, according to TrendForce estimates. This increase is attributed to a memory shortage, which has led Apple to cut back on hardware shipments.

The higher production costs could potentially impact the pricing of the new iPhones, although Apple has not yet confirmed any price changes. The iPhone 18 Pro Max is also noted for its larger battery capacity, and a new flagship color has been detailed by a leaker. Pre-order dates for the iPhone Ultra and iPhone 18 Pro have been tipped, but specifics are not yet available.

The memory shortage and increased costs may affect the availability and timing of these new releases.

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