Apple's entire iPhone lineup is increasing by $100 — but these carriers are still offering freebie discounts

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I have bad news for iPhone fans. At this week's September keynote, Apple quietly increased the price of its entire iPhone lineup. Whereas previous iPhone launches have ushered in lower prices on older models, this week's keynote was marked with $100 price hikes across the board. Even the budget iPhone 17e now starts at a pricier $699.

It's not too surprising. Earlier this summer Apple increased the price of its Macs, iPads, and smart home devices. There is a small glimmer of hope. It appears that carriers have yet to increase their prices.

For example, T-Mobile still has the iPhone 17 Pro listed for $1,099. Even better, you can get the iPhone 17 Pro for free at T-Mobile with trade and select unlimited data plans. Likewise, Verizon has the iPhone 16 for free with a new line. There's no telling when carriers will update their pricing, but if I were to guess — it'd be when iPhone 18 Pro preorders officially start, which is this Saturday (September 12).

So if you're in the market for a new iPhone and don't want to pay the new $100 surcharge, here are the best deals you can get now.

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T-Mobile: free iPhone w/ new line + unlimited
Verizon: up to $1,000 off select iPhones
AT&T: up to $1,100 off iPhones w/ trade-in + unlimited

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As deals editor-in-chief at Tom’s Guide, Louis is constantly looking for ways to avoid paying full price for the latest gadgets, appliances, and apparel. With over 10 years of deals-hunting experience, Louis price checks against multiple retailers and searches high and low for the best deals to bring readers. He's also always on the look out for the best coupon codes to use when shopping. A born-and-bred New Yorker, Louis is also an avid swimmer and marathoner. His work has appeared on Gizmodo, CNET, and Time Out New York.