There is a number of various predictions about Apple’s next-generation smartphone largely referred to as iPhone 6. The hottest of them is that the company will finally release an iPhone with a bigger screen. However, while most consumers seem to be excited about this news, not many realize that this would probably increase the price of the handset.
The large-screen iPhone is rumored to measure 5.5”, as well as to be released shortly after a 4.7” iPhone. Among the latest rumours surround the device is that it will be more expensive than it predecessors. Various sources claim that Apple will increase the price of its new flagship product by $100.
But will the higher price affect iPhone sales in a positive or in a negative way? Forecasts tend to vary here. According to McCourt, for example, the hunger for a bigger iPhone will receive more love from consumers. Apple fans have dreamed for a device with a large screen for ages. Therefore, the analysts predicts that the $100 price hike will not dishearten them from getting the gadget. Moreover, it seems that next year, the U.S. technology giant will witness an impressive revenue growth.
Still, a survey conducted by iDownloadBlog suggests otherwise. It has found that the majority of consumers are not willing to spend the extra $100 on iPhone 6.
In all cases, a larger screen iPhone with an eventual price increase will be very risky moves for Apple. It would either boost the company’s market performance or bring it down the ladder.
Nevertheless, it should also be noted that the iPhone is viewed as a premium smartphone brand. That is probably why the first budget version of the device, iPhone 5C, was not heartily welcomed by consumers. Even though the handset was the first Apple smartphone offered in so many colour and at such a low price, its high-end brother 5S was the one that stole the show.
The next iPhone is expected to be released in just four or five months. It will run on Apple’s latest mobile operating system iOS 8 and it will pack a series of new features like better camera, more powerful processor and possibly an iWatch compatibility.
