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RAM Costs Push Amazon Kindle Prices Higher, Sparking Outrage
gadgets21 hours ago

RAM Costs Push Amazon Kindle Prices Higher, Sparking Outrage

Amazon has raised prices across its gadget lineup amid a RAM-cost surge dubbed the “RAMpocalypse,” with the Kindle family leading the hike: Kindle (16GB) from $110 to $150, Kindle Kids (16GB) from $130 to $180, Kindle Paperwhite (16GB) from $160 to $200, Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (32GB) from $200 to $250, and Kindle Colorsoft from $250 to $290. Kindle Scribe and Kindle Scribe Colorsoft keep their starting prices at $400 and $680, respectively. Other devices also see increases, including Echo devices (e.g., Echo Show 21 from $400 to $500) and Fire TV Sticks (4K Max from $60 to $85). Amazon says memory/storage costs drove the hikes, while critics call it price gouging and warn that older Kindles may be sunset or bricked to push upgrades.

via Gizmodo|
#amazon#gadgets#kindle
Iran poised to raise petrol prices again amid sanctions and economic strain
world23 hours ago

Iran poised to raise petrol prices again amid sanctions and economic strain

Iran signals another petrol-price increase as Western sanctions and the war deepen economic strain, weighing three options to curb the subsidy bill: keep prices with rationing, give every Iranian a monthly 30-litre quota, or liberalise prices toward refinery costs. A pilot liberalisation was halted amid pushback, quotas have been tightened, and officials warn of inflation and currency depreciation as IMF projections show GDP contraction.

via Al Jazeera|
#fuel-subsidies#inflation#iran
Peacock Hikes Prices After First Profit Quarter
business7 days ago

Peacock Hikes Prices After First Profit Quarter

Peacock is raising prices across its plans: ad-supported Peacock Premium to $12.99/month, ad-free Peacock Premium Plus to $19.99/month, and Peacock Select to $8.99/month, effective for new billing dates. NBCUniversal says profitability can vary by quarter due to sports and content schedules, even as Peacock posted its first profitable quarter and grew to about 48 million subscribers in Q2. The service continues heavy investment in live sports and events (NFL, NBA, WNBA, Premier League, college sports) and features a lineup including The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, Obsession, The Traitors, and Love Island USA.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#business#nbcuniversal#peacock
MacBook Pro M5 Price Hike Pushes Buyers to Wait for OLED Ultra and Cheaper Alternatives
technology8 days ago

MacBook Pro M5 Price Hike Pushes Buyers to Wait for OLED Ultra and Cheaper Alternatives

June 2026 price increases have driven the MacBook Pro M5 price higher, with little chance of immediate drops. The article recommends waiting for potential new models like an OLED-equipped MacBook Ultra, or downgrading to cheaper options (MacBook Air M5, M4, MacBook Pro with M2) if a purchase isn’t urgent, as upgrades may be worth it only for those who need top performance.

via Engadget|
#macbook-pro-m5#macbook-ultra#oled-touchscreen
Five Wallet-Friendly Streaming Devices Worth Considering After Roku Ultra's Price Jump
technology16 days ago

Five Wallet-Friendly Streaming Devices Worth Considering After Roku Ultra's Price Jump

Roku’s price hike to $150 for the Ultra fuels a look at cheaper yet capable rivals. The list ranks affordable options by price: TiVo Stream 4K at $29.99, Onn 4K Plus at $49.98, Roku Streaming Stick 4K at $79.99 (or $99.99 on Amazon pre-hike), Xiaomi TV Box S at $96.99, Xiaomi TV Stick 4K at $86.99, and Google TV Streamer 4K at $99.99. While Nvidia Shield TV and Apple TV 4K remain pricier, these devices offer 4K, broad app support, and smart-home compatibility, giving buyers strong alternatives to the Ultra after the price increase.

via bgr.com|
#4k#android-tv#price-hike
ASUS Cancels Paid RTX 5090 Order, Hikes Price to About $5K
technology19 days ago

ASUS Cancels Paid RTX 5090 Order, Hikes Price to About $5K

A Reddit user says ASUS canceled their NVIDIA Marketplace order for the ROG Astral RTX 5090 after paying about $4,607, claiming it couldn’t fulfill at the previous rate. NVIDIA reportedly advised ASUS to honor the original price, but ASUS refused and raised the price to $4,982 (roughly $5,090 after taxes), illustrating ongoing GPU price volatility and pre-order fulfillment concerns.

via Wccftech|
#asus#gpu-pricing#order-cancellation
GPU Prices Head Higher as Nvidia and AMD Announce Bigger Hikes
technology21 days ago

GPU Prices Head Higher as Nvidia and AMD Announce Bigger Hikes

Nvidia has confirmed a substantial GPU price hike (roughly 20–30%), with AMD following by aiming for at least a 10% increase; the moves are driven by persistent memory demand and Samsung’s price hikes. These increases are expected to cascade through partners to consumers, and memory-cost pressures could trigger further price rises across related hardware, including upcoming price bumps for consoles like Xbox Series X/S, Switch 2, and PS5.

via GameSpot|
#amd#graphics-cards#memory-prices
Xbox Price Surge Goes Global, Upping Costs in US, Europe, and UK
technology21 days ago

Xbox Price Surge Goes Global, Upping Costs in US, Europe, and UK

Microsoft has rolled out widespread Xbox price increases effective August 1, pushing US prices up by $100 on the 512GB Series S and $150 on 1TB models, with 2TB variants discontinued. In Europe, the 512GB Series S jumps to €500 and the 1TB Series S to €600, while the Series X editions rise to €750 (digital) and €800 (disc); in the UK, the 512GB S is £430 and the 1TB disc X is £670. The move follows prior 2025 hikes; Microsoft cites higher storage/memory costs and tariff refunds are due, though no consumer refunds are announced yet. Ongoing AI-driven shortages and a report that Microsoft lost about $150 per console are noted, with potential further hikes discussed for 2027. Microsoft is offering Buy Now, Pay Later and refurbished options; PS5 price hikes occurred in April and Switch 2 is set for September pricing.

via GameSpot|
#console-pricing#price-hike#series-x
Pixel 11 leak hints RAM cuts and price hikes ahead of launch
tech23 days ago

Pixel 11 leak hints RAM cuts and price hikes ahead of launch

The Verge reports a leak from Android Headlines that largely matches previous Pixel 11 rumors: base Pixel 11 may start at $899 with 256GB storage, while Pixel 11 Pro and Pro XL are expected to drop RAM to 12GB and see price increases to $1,099 and $1,299; the lineup reportedly uses Tensor G6 and Titan M3 chips, the Pixel 11 could ditch the telephoto in favor of a dual-camera setup, and the Pixel 11 Pro Fold is also said to start at 12GB RAM with a $1,899 price.

via The Verge|
#google-pixel#pixel-11#price-hike
AMD Signals 10%+ GPU Price Increase in August Amid Memory Shortages
technology24 days ago

AMD Signals 10%+ GPU Price Increase in August Amid Memory Shortages

AMD plans at least a 10% price hike for its RDNA4 GPUs in August due to ongoing GDDR6 memory shortages and higher memory costs from suppliers; pricier VRAM configurations are expected to carry larger premiums, while low-VRAM models like the RX 9050 4GB may see around a 10% increase. The move follows NVIDIA's pricing and aims to align the RDNA4 mid-range lineup with premium pricing, though AMD currently lacks a high-end rival to NVIDIA's top SKUs.

via techpowerup.com|
#aibs#amd#gddr6
Analyst Predicts iPhone 18 Pro Price Could Rise by Up to $300
technology25 days ago

Analyst Predicts iPhone 18 Pro Price Could Rise by Up to $300

GF Securities analyst Jeff Pu says the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max could cost $250–$300 more than the iPhone 17 Pro models (which started at $1,099 and $1,199) due to higher 2nm silicon and DRAM/NAND costs amid ongoing global component shortages tied to AI infrastructure. Apple has recently raised prices on other devices, and the iPhone 18 Pro line is expected to debut this September alongside its first foldable model.

via MacRumors|
#apple#gf-securities#iphone-18-pro