Introduction
Apple’s iPhone 16 Pro Max, released on September 20, 2024, at the “Glowtime” event, has been a flagship model with high-end features and high-end design. But with the latest launch of iPhone 17 series on September 9, 2025, Apple has removed iPhone 16 Pro Max from its official website, and as a result, third-party online stores such as Flipkart and Amazon in India have put the phone up for sale with great discounts. The current trends, features, and offers of iPhone 16 Pro Max as of September 2025 are explained here.
Price Slashes and Availability
The iPhone 16 Pro Max, which came in at the initial price of Rs 1,44,900 for 256GB in India, is now offered at much lower prices during Flipkart’s Big Billion Days Sale 2025. The cost-effective price begins at Rs 89,999 following a discount of Rs 5,000 via credit card, and it will be a very appealing deal for customers looking to purchase a premium phone at a discount. In the same way, Vijay Sales provided a discount of more than Rs 23,800, cutting the price to approximately Rs 1,21,100 prior to other bank offers. Although Apple no longer distributes the iPhone 16 Pro Max directly, it is available indirectly via online stores such as Amazon and Flipkart until the stock runs out.
Key Specifications
The iPhone 16 Pro Max features a 6.9-inch Super Retina XDR OLED screen with a 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate, 2000 nits of peak brightness, and Ceramic Shield. It is powered by the A18 Pro processor for outstanding performance in multitasking, gaming, and Apple Intelligence features such as Genmoji, Image Playground, and Siri integrated with ChatGPT. The phone features 8GB of RAM and storage capacity from 256GB to 1TB. Its three-camera setup includes a 48MP primary sensor, 48MP ultrawide lens, and 12MP telephoto lens with 5x optical zoom, along with a 12MP selfie camera. The 4,676mAh battery offers up to 37 hours of video playback, with 20W wired and wireless charging. Design and Features
The iPhone 16 Pro Max boasts a robust titanium body and Ceramic Shield glass, with Apple’s hallmark premium look. It has a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate that ensures smooth scrolling as well as features like 4K video recording on the camera. The integration of Apple Intelligence in the device provides a better user experience through AI-enabled features, although some users mentioned that the camera tends to overexpose at times, an aspect Apple might improve upon in the iPhone 17 Pro Max.
Discontinuation and Market Effect
After the release of the iPhone 17 series, Apple discontinued the iPhone 16 Pro Max and Pro, a common practice to drive new ones. The iPhone 17 Pro Max, featuring an aerospace-grade aluminum body, bigger 5,000mAh battery, and 8K video capture, is in the limelight, but the iPhone 16 Pro Max is a strong contender with price reductions. On X, people are excited about the discounts, with some of them noting the value of the device for content creators and power users. Stock is however limited, prompting people to buy quickly.
Conclusion
The iPhone 16 Pro Max is still a flagship smartphone with top-of-the-line features, now brought within reach through steep discounts during India’s 2025 Diwali sales. Discontinued by Apple, third-party vendors provide a golden chance for consumers to acquire this high-end phone at a discounted price. For those who have not yet decided to upgrade to Apple’s new iPhone 17 series, the iPhone 16 Pro Max still provides superior performance and value.
Sources: Times of India, MacRumors, Digit.in, and X posts.
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