Apple discontinues iPhone XR in India: Read on to know where you can grab them

By Shivangi Agarwal • Updated On 15 Sept 2021

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With the launch of the new iPhone 13 series in India, Apple has decided to discontinue some of its older models from its roster. It has been made official that Apple has decided to drop iPhone XR from the Indian market. iPhone XR which was once heralded as the most affordable flagship iPhone is no longer listed on the Apple store. The news comes as a surprise because iPhone XR has been a very popular model in the country due to its price and value.

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Where to buy iPhone XR in India?

Apple might have officially discontinued iPhone XR but you can still buy it in India. The device is up for grabs on Amazon, Flipkart, and shopclues. You might also find the iPhone XR at authorized Apple retail stores across the country. On Flipkart.com, iPhone XR starts at Rs. 42,999 for 64GB which makes it the second most affordable iPhone out there after iPhone SE. The 128GB model is available at Rs. 47,999 on Flipkart.com.

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Is iPhone XR a valuable buy?

The iPhone XR is a good phone for those to want to own an Apple product without spending too much of their money. It is powered by the A12 Bionic chipset and comes with iOS13. It is compatible with iOS 15 too. It has an edge-to-edge display and is similar in design to the iPhone 11. Although iPhone XR being 3 years old won’t give the kind of performance that iPhone 11, iPhone 12, iPhone 13, or even iPhone SE would give, still it is a smart buy for those who want to own Apple products within their budgets.

Shivangi Agarwal

Shivangi is a tech writer at Smartprix, where she covers consumer technology news with a focus on smartphones, wearables, laptops, and the evolving world of OTT streaming. Since joining the team in August 2021, she has written over 120 in-depth reviews, comparisons, and buying guides aimed at helping readers navigate the ever-changing tech landscape.

With a strong foundation in English literature and education, Shivangi brings clarity, insight, and a reader-first approach to every story. Her expertise lies in breaking down complex features into accessible, practical insights—whether she’s reviewing the latest smartphone or exploring trends in infotainment.

Shivangi holds a B.A. (Hons.) and M.A. in English, along with a B.Ed in English and Social Studies. She is based in Faridabad, India. You can follow her work on Smartprix or connect with her for tech-related queries.

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