Apple has increased the base prices of several MacBook and iPad models globally, including in India, with hikes ranging between 20% and 42% compared to their launch prices.
The 14-inch MacBook Pro equipped with the M5 Pro chip now starts at ₹2,99,900, up from its original launch price of ₹2,49,900.
The entry-level 13-inch iPad Air now costs ₹1,19,900, marking a 41.22% jump from its launch price of ₹84,900.
Apple cited the rapid expansion of AI data centres as the reason for the price hike, which has created an extraordinary surge in demand for memory and storage.
The company has not raised prices for iPhone, Apple Watch or AirPods, but hinted that there may be more price adjustments to additional products in the future.
