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Goldman Sachs Expects iPhone 8 to Cost $1000

Posted May 12, 2017 at 3:34pm by iClarified · 15264 views
Goldman Sachs has issued a research note predicting that flagship next generation iPhone will cost $1,000. As rumored, Goldman Sachs believes Apple will launch three new iPhones in September.

"We expect the iPhone 8 to have 128GB and 256GB models priced at $999 and 1,099 respectively," analyst Simona Jankowski.

Goldman predicts:
● iPhone 8 — $999 (£775)
● iPhone 7s Plus — $769 (£596)
● iPhone 7s — $649 (£503)



Jankowski believes that Apple has now locked down the design of its new smartphone.

"Apple usually explores multiple designs in parallel. However, with only 4 months left until
launch, we believe Apple has now locked down the design."

Here's the features Goldman expects:
● 5.8"OLED screen (adds $35)
● No bezel, all screen
● 3D sensing (adds $20)
● Better, faster NAND/DRAM memory (adds $16 to $29)
● Capacity starting at 128GB
● A11 processor
● No home button
● Biometric authentication

Recent reports suggest that Apple suppliers may have solved component yield issues and that production is on schedule for a September unveiling and October launch.

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[via BI]