The iPhone 12 Could Have a Hidden Price Hike

Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) has been moving its iPhone pricing around the last few years. In 2017, it raised the price of the flagship model to $699. It raised the price another $50 in 2018 with the release of the iPhone XR. Last year, it lowered the price for the iPhone 11 back to $699.

While Apple might keep its price at $699 for this year's flagship model, it could have a hidden price increase, according to separate reports from two analysts, Ming-Chi Kuo and Dan Ives. The iPhone 12 released this fall may not come packaged with Apple's iconic earpods. The move would be a subtle way to drive sales of Apple's headphones, including the popular AirPods and its high-end headphones.

AirPods, part of the tech giant's wearable segment, have been a significant growth driver for the company. The company is also expected to release new high-end headphones later this year.

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