Croma opens iPhone 18 Pro pre-bookings, offers up to Rs 12,000 on exchange

Tata Group's electronics retail chain Croma has started pre-bookings for the new iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. Customers can book the devices at any Croma store across the country, or through croma.com, the Tata Neu app and BigBasket.

The new Pro series comes with Apple's latest technology in performance and photography, including the A20 Pro chip, Apple's own C2 wireless modem, and a new 48MP Fusion main camera with a physically variable aperture.

The pre-booking is available at more than 560 Croma stores across 200 cities in the country, as well as on croma.com, the Tata Neu app and BigBasket. Customers can check the nearest Croma store or croma.com for full details on pricing and availability.

In store, customers can pre-book the iPhone 18 Pro or iPhone 18 Pro Max by paying just Rs 5,000. However, bookings made through croma.com, Tata Neu and BigBasket require the full amount to be paid upfront. Croma customers can also get an exchange bonus of up to Rs 12,000.

Pre-bookings for the Apple Watch Series 12, Apple Watch Ultra 4 and AirPods can also be made at Croma stores for just Rs 2,000, while full payment is required on online platforms. Pre-bookings for all these devices have already begun.

There are also good offers on older models. The 256GB variant of the iPhone 17 Pro is available in stores for Rs 69,990, and the 512GB variant for Rs 88,490. This comes with a bank cashback of Rs 4,000 on select credit cards; exchanging an old iPhone 15 Pro can fetch up to Rs 44,500 depending on the phone's condition and model, along with an exchange bonus of up to Rs 12,000. This phone will also be available on croma.com from September 15, where the 256GB variant will cost Rs 1,26,490 and the 512GB variant Rs 1,45,990, including the Rs 4,000 bank cashback.

The iPhone 17 Pro Max's 256GB variant is available in stores for Rs 74,990 and the 512GB variant for Rs 94,990. This too comes with a Rs 4,000 bank cashback; exchanging an old iPhone 15 Pro Max can fetch up to Rs 53,000, plus an exchange bonus of up to Rs 12,000. This phone will also be available on croma.com from September 15 with the Rs 4,000 bank cashback, where the 256GB variant will cost Rs 1,39,990 and the 512GB variant Rs 1,59,990.

A spokesperson for Infinity Retail Limited said, "There is always tremendous excitement among customers around the launch of the new iPhone Pro. Today's customers want a simple and convenient way to pre-book their preferred model. Through our nationwide store network and digital platforms, we are making their pre-booking journey easier, whether it is choosing the right model, exchanging an old device or completing the purchase. With the new lineup, the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max are now available at very attractive prices, giving customers a great opportunity to choose the best Pro model based on their preference and budget."

For more information on these special offers and the full product range, customers can visit their nearest Croma store. Shopping can also be done online through croma.com and the Tata Neu app. With a large network of over 560 stores across 200 cities, Croma is committed to giving customers the latest technology, excellent service and a good shopping experience.

This offer is valid for a limited period and is subject to eligibility, availability and brand guidelines. Distribution and use of NeuCoins will be as per Tata Neu's programme rules. Customers can check stores or croma.com for the latest information.