Domestic iPhone prices are trending higher, and the article covers the price revisions as of summer 2026, upcoming model developments, and ways to use installment payments and trade-ins when making a purchase. It also discusses rumors of a new foldable model and the supply constraints behind the shortages, including a lack of RAM.
First, Apple revised its domestic prices in July, raising the 256GB iPhone 17 to ¥142,800 and the 256GB iPhone 17 Pro to ¥194,800. US prices were unchanged, and the increase is thought to reflect the weaker yen.
The focus going forward is on the new models expected to be announced in September and the possibility that tight supplies of RAM and storage could affect prices. The arrival of a foldable iPhone is also expected to push prices into a higher range. Prices of foldable models from other manufacturers are provided for reference.
As part of the discussion of how to buy, the article introduces ways to reduce monthly payments by combining installment plans from providers such as Paidy and Orico with Apple Trade In. It gives a monthly payment estimate based on the iPhone 17 Pro Max trade-in value and the remaining difference, and explains options including a residual-value financing approach and choosing between a trade-in and selling the device independently.
Finally, it presents a payment simulation for a foldable iPhone priced at close to ¥300,000 and suggests considering the optimal payment method based on how long the device will be used and when it will be returned.