Apple launched the iPhone 17 series worldwide on September 19 with pre-orders available immediately. The new devices feature A19 processors and upgraded camera systems. Bangladesh consumers cannot purchase these phones through official channels. Local buyers must depend on unofficial importers and resellers for access.
Tech analyst MN Nahid reports strong iPhone demand despite Apple's absence from the Bangladeshi market. Approximately 2.3 million iPhones operate among the country's 70 million smartphones. Import duties reaching 61 percent drive up device costs significantly. Base models may cost around Tk120,000 while premium versions could reach Tk170,000.
Government policies regarding taxation and infrastructure development influence Apple's market entry decisions. The company requires robust digital payment systems and intellectual property protections before establishing official operations. Until these conditions improve, Bangladeshi consumers will continue purchasing through gray market channels at premium prices.
Tech analyst MN Nahid reports strong iPhone demand despite Apple's absence from the Bangladeshi market. Approximately 2.3 million iPhones operate among the country's 70 million smartphones. Import duties reaching 61 percent drive up device costs significantly. Base models may cost around Tk120,000 while premium versions could reach Tk170,000.
Government policies regarding taxation and infrastructure development influence Apple's market entry decisions. The company requires robust digital payment systems and intellectual property protections before establishing official operations. Until these conditions improve, Bangladeshi consumers will continue purchasing through gray market channels at premium prices.
