Apple makes things that cost a lot of money. Usually, when you pay more, you get something nice. Like a really pretty phone that is built pretty well and is easy to use.
But it’s not cheap, you have to pay a lot for it.
Apple has tried to make cheaper phones before, but they didn’t turn out as good as the expensive ones. “It’s like trying to make a cheap steak taste like a filet mignon”.
Like the iPhone 5C from 2013, it was supposed to be cheap but it looked too cheap and people didn’t like it.
And the iPhone SE was okay at first, but then Apple didn’t make it as good as people wanted. “It’s like buying a toy that you thought was cool, but then you realize it’s just a cheap knockoff”.

So, even though Apple wants to make cheaper phones, it’s not easy for them to make ones that are still really nice like the more expensive ones. They’re still trying to figure out how to make it happen.
Apple was going to make a iPhone SE 4, but now they won’t.
It seems like they don’t want to make budget phones anymore.
So, Should Apple stop making cheap phones?
So, it looks like if you want an Apple phone, you’ll have to save up more money for it. If you want a cheap phone or tablet, you’ll have to look for another brand.
Apple wants to make the best and most expensive phones and tablets because that’s what people like to buy and it makes them money.
It’s also important to note that Apple is a business and their main goal is to make a profit. By focusing on the premium market, they can generate more revenue and sustain their business.
They are also able to invest in research and development to constantly improve their products and stay ahead in the market. Apple’s focus on the premium market is a strategic decision that aligns with their business goals and targets their target audience.
But if they try to make cheaper versions of those things, it might not be as good and people might not like it as much. “It’s like trying to make a budget cake, sure it’s cheaper but it’s not going to taste as good as the real deal.