As Apple's much-anticipated autumn launch event draws near, the configurations and pricing of the iPhone 18 series, along with the iPhone Ultra foldable phone, have emerged as major talking points. According to reports, the base price of the iPhone 18 Pro is set to climb to either $1,199 or $1,299, with the Chinese version possibly hitting approximately 10,600 yuan. This year, there's a clear trend of rising prices across the smartphone market, with new Android models slated for release in September also expected to command higher prices. Traditionally, following Apple's pattern, older iPhone models see price cuts once new ones are unveiled. Yet, owing to supply chain hurdles, the iPhone 17 might buck this trend and not witness a price reduction; instead, its price could even go up after the iPhone 18 makes its debut. Consequently, for users contemplating an upgrade, snapping up a device sooner rather than later could prove to be a more budget-friendly move.