LeaksApplePro has revealed that the upcoming iPhone 15 Ultra could have a starting price as high as $1299, a significant increase from the previous generation iPhone 14 Pro Max. This is reportedly due to rising production costs and inflation, which have affected Apple’s margins.

Leak reveals iPhone 15 Ultra price tag of $1799

Apple’s highly anticipated iPhone 15 is shaping up to be a game-changer, with numerous leaks suggesting the next-generation smartphone will come with a host of impressive features. However, it seems that these features will come at a price, with industry insider LeaksApplePro recently revealing that the iPhone 15 Ultra could have a starting price as high as $1299, a $200 increase on the iPhone 14 Pro Max and the biggest single-generational jump in iPhone history.

According to LeaksApplePro, rising production costs and inflation have taken their toll on Apple’s margins, resulting in the company having to increase prices. It’s worth noting that the $1299 starting price is only for the iPhone 15 Ultra, and it’s not yet known how much the other devices in the line-up will cost. However, given that the iPhone 15 Ultra could potentially rise to as much as $1799 for the 1TB model, it’s likely that the rest of the range will also see price increases.

Despite the higher price tag, the iPhone 15 Ultra is set to offer plenty of bang for your buck. The smartphone is expected to ship with a minimum of 256GB of storage, double the current 128GB entry point, and will come with dual front-facing cameras and USB-C with Thunderbolt 4 (40Gbps), which will replace the slower Lightning port with its USB 2.0 speeds (480Mbps/0.48Gbps).

In addition, LeaksApplePro has revealed that the iPhone 15 Ultra will be made of titanium, a material that is known for its strength and durability but also comes with significant price increases. It’s worth noting that this information is still unconfirmed, and LeaksApplePro has stated that it’s not yet clear which models in the iPhone 15 range will be made of titanium.

Overall, it looks like the iPhone 15 is shaping up to be a formidable device, but it seems that US buyers will have to be prepared to pay a premium for it. With the iPhone 15 still in its development cycle, it’s worth keeping an eye out for further leaks and updates as we approach the device’s official release date.

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