In a surprising Black Friday move, Croma has launched one of its biggest premium-smartphone deals of the year, bringing the upcoming Apple iPhone 17 Pro effectively below ₹80,000 through a combination of discounts, cashback, and exchange bonuses. This offer has sparked significant attention among Apple fans who typically wait months for such price drops.
According to the retailer, the base discount reduces the price by a notable margin, but the real benefit comes from bundled bank cashback and exchange deals. Customers using select credit cards can avail instant cashbacks ranging from ₹4,000 to ₹8,000. Additionally, users trading in recent-generation iPhones, particularly the iPhone 14 and iPhone 15 series, can receive exchange values that substantially lower the final purchase price.
Croma’s promotional breakdown highlights that a top-tier exchange combined with cashback brings the effective price of the iPhone 17 Pro under the ₹80,000 mark, an uncommon figure for a Pro model so close to launch. The sale has generated heavy footfall in stores and increased web traffic, with many customers reporting stock shortages for specific colour and storage variants.
The offer is also seen as a strategic push by retailers amid rising competition in India’s premium smartphone market. With Apple continuing to strengthen local manufacturing and distribution, aggressive festive-season pricing has become more frequent.
Croma has confirmed that the Black Friday deal is time-limited and dependent on available inventory. For buyers seeking a flagship upgrade, industry analysts suggest acting quickly, as Pro models typically sell out early during major sale events.
