iPhone XR - Buy Now or Later?

Lchugsta on 10/10/2021 - 15:15
Last edited 10/10/2021 - 15:21 by 1 other user

I am looking to buy an Apple iPhone XR 128GB.

With the release of the latest iPhones, will the XR likely come down in price, or should I just buy now while stocks last because I understand Apple is no longer making the XR model.

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  • specks on 10/10/2021 - 15:33
    +1

    Is there a reason why you want to buy the xr over other models?

    • chugsta on 10/10/2021 - 16:24

      My current phone is an 8 so way past its use by date. I don't need a phone with a fancy camera, just plenty of storage and big screen so the XR ticks the boxes. I feel the 11 is overpriced.

      • Hessian Sack on 10/10/2021 - 17:39

        The iPhone XR is only one generation newer than an iPhone 8.

        iPhone 8 came out Sept 2017 (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IPhone_8), iPhone XR in Sept 2018 (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IPhone_XR).

        If you think an iPhone 8 is 'way past its use by date', then you should think about whether you need to make a bigger jump than one year newer model.

      • deme on 10/10/2021 - 17:55
        +1

        current phone is an 8 so way past its use by date

        First released September 22, 2017; 4 years ago

        That's pretty pathetic if you consider AU$1,079 (lowest storage option) for a phone that you say has expired after less than 4 years.

        • chugsta on 10/10/2021 - 20:45

          Well I guess it is past MY use by date. The family is getting bigger and my 64 GB iPhone 8 no longer cuts it. I want a phone with a bigger screen and more storage. I won't buy an android, that's why I decided to look at the XR.

  • Cheap Charlie on 10/10/2021 - 15:51
    +2

    I’ve been tracking XR’s for the last few months.
    It would appear stocks are tightening based on availability from OW.
    I’ve noticed in recent years major iPhone clearance pricing has come from Telstra, Big W and Aus Post.
    If the above stores no longer have listings for the XR, I’d suggest the chances of buying new at less then the $597 price point for the 64gb model at OW are slim.
    My 2 cents

  • CrispyChrispy on 10/10/2021 - 16:10

    How desperately do you need a new phone? If you really need a new one, buy it now to avoid the chance of it being OOS in the future. Apple products generally hold their value quite well, so I wouldn't expect a huge price drop when the next iPhone comes out (a year from now).

  • hawkeye93 on 10/10/2021 - 16:26
    +1

    For around $600 or more, I reckon it’s not worth that price. There has been a few sales in the past few months for 12 series. BF and CM are coming as well. You better wait.

  • payless69 on 10/10/2021 - 16:55

    Sponsor a phone recycling chute. Won't be long you have a house full. Camera evolution is not going to stop anytime soon. I have an Iphone 6 that outlasted the Samsung Galaxy 6. It still can be used and its charger is the smallest of my rather large collection. I am puzzled as to why you need 128GB with something of camera and radio being a bit eco. Guess you have a need. Large screen phones being decomissioned are going to be a load on the environment in the long run.

  • Doy on 10/10/2021 - 17:50
    +1

    Do you need new? The refurbs on eBay offer pretty good prices, and they come with warranties and money back guarantees. Got an XS for ~$450 earlier in the year.

    • chugsta on 10/10/2021 - 20:46

      Can you please recommend a reputable seller on eBay?

      • Doy on 10/10/2021 - 22:01
        +1

        Mobile Federation

      • [Deactivated] on 11/10/2021 - 00:41
        +1

        You can also try Amazon Renewed

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