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Budget Smartphone Prices Surge as RAM Shortage Hits Samsung and Google

Samsung and Google have raised prices on their budget smartphones, with increases ranging from $30 to $100 in the US, driven by a global RAM shortage. Samsung’s Galaxy A17 5G now costs $270, up from its $200 launch price, while Google’s Pixel 10a has jumped from $499 to $599. These hikes are part of a broader trend affecting the tech industry, with some analysts predicting elevated costs could persist through 2030.

via Engadget|

#google #price-hikes #ram-shortage

technology19 days ago•23 min saved

2026 Smartphone Market: Flagship Prices Surge Amid 'RAMageddon' as Budget Options Hold Steady

Smartphone prices have risen significantly in 2026 due to a global memory chip shortage driven by AI data center demand, a phenomenon dubbed 'RAMageddon.' While flagship devices from Apple, Samsung, and Google have increased in cost, budget segments remain relatively stable. The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max have launched, with the first foldable iPhone, the Duo, arriving in October. Experts recommend trading in older devices or using carrier promotions to offset higher costs, while budget buyers can still find capable options under $500 or £600.

via Mashable|

#apple-iphone-18 #google-pixel-11 #ram-shortage

technology1 month ago•1 min saved

Trump Mobile Raises T1 Price to $749 Amid RAM Shortage

Trump Mobile quietly raised the T1 price from $499 to $749—a $250 jump—blaming broad RAM-cost pressures. The move makes the T1 more expensive than the iPhone 17e and follows industry-wide price hikes, including Apple’s. The Verge first reported the change, noting there was no public announcement. An iFixit teardown suggests the device isn’t US-made and is a rebranded HTC, all within the RAMageddon backdrop.

via Engadget|

#price-increase #ram-shortage #smartphones

tech1 month ago•55 min saved

RAM Crunch Could Price Apple’s iPhone Higher Than Ever

Surging RAM costs and a global memory shortage—driven by AI demand and dominated by a few memory makers—are lifting prices across devices, with Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro expected to cost more (potentially around $1,299); memory firms are expanding capacity, but new fabs will take years, so relief isn’t likely until 2027–2028, pushing manufacturers toward pricier models and higher margins.

via The Verge|

#ai-demand #apple #iphone-price

technology1 month ago•4 min saved

Sony stalls PS6 launch date amid global RAM crunch

Sony says the PS6 launch date isn't fixed due to ongoing memory shortages and a wider component crunch; Wall Street Journal cites CEO Hiroko Totoki noting memory prices will stay high in FY2027, with analysts previously predicting a 2027 release. The company also signals a shift toward an all-digital future with less emphasis on discs and a stronger push into subscriptions, potentially arriving no earlier than 2028.

via eurogamer.net|

#all-digital-future #hardware-supply-chain #playstation-6

technology2 months ago•4 min saved

RAM Shortages Threaten Roku’s Budget Charm as Fox Deal Looms

Roku’s reputation for affordable streaming is under pressure as widespread RAM shortages push hardware costs higher (Ultra up to $150, Streaming Stick to $40), with the company warning margins will worsen; a pending Fox takeover could shift control and affect pricing, signaling a potential end to Roku’s budget-friendly advantage despite its broad market presence.

via bgr.com|

#device-pricing #fox-acquisition #ram-shortage

tech2 months ago•29 min saved

RAMAGEDDON pushes Pixel 11 price tag up, Google hints at dynamic pricing

Google’s Shakil Barkat signaled that the Pixel 11 lineup will cost more than the Pixel 10 due to RAM shortages tied to AI data-center expansion, with pricing to be adjusted dynamically; rumors peg the base Pixel 11 at $899 with 256GB of storage and suggest the Pixel 11 Pro could drop RAM from 16GB to 12GB, ahead of an August 12 launch.

via The Verge|

#google #pixel #price-hike

technology3 months ago•18 min saved

Sony Signals PS6 Could Start at $1,000 Amid Cost Pressures

Sony executives indicate the PlayStation 6 may launch around $1,000, arguing Sony will price hardware to protect margins rather than pursue heavy subsidies. With rising RAM/DRAM costs and BOM pressures, Sony plans to justify the price by the value of the gaming experience, suggesting the PS6 (and its portable companion) will be priced higher than the PS5 at launch, aligning with other upcoming-gen pricing trends.

via TechPowerUp|

#next-gen-console #pricing #ps6

technology3 months ago•17 min saved

PS6 BOM Surpasses $900, Hinting at $850–$950 Price Range

Leaker claims the PS6’s bill of materials has risen to around $960, about $200 more than a prior estimate, which could put the base Digital Edition around $850–$899 and the Disc Edition near $950, amid ongoing RAM/memory-cost pressures affecting next-gen console pricing.

via TechPowerUp|

#bom #playstation-6 #pricing

technology4 months ago•5 min saved

Apple Bets on Value, Not Price Hikes, with the iPhone 18 Pro Max

Apple is reportedly pursuing a pricing strategy for the iPhone 18 Pro Max that avoids large increases amid a global RAM shortage and rising component costs, leveraging its supply chain, economies of scale, and enhanced on-device AI to offer stronger value and maintain premium appeal without alienating price-conscious buyers.

via Geeky Gadgets|

#ai-processing #apple #iphone-18-pro-max

technology5 months ago•8 min saved

Apple's iPhone 18 Pro Could Keep Prices Aggressive Despite RAM Crunch

Analyst Jeff Pu expects Apple to pursue an aggressive pricing strategy for the iPhone 18 Pro lineup despite a RAM shortage, potentially keeping starting prices the same as or only slightly higher than the iPhone 17 Pro due to Apple's scale and efforts to cut costs elsewhere, with new features and production details shaping the autumn release.

via MacRumors|

#apple #iphone-18-pro #jeff-pu

technology5 months ago•2 min saved

RAM Crunch May Push Apple's Budget MacBook Neo Price Higher

Analyst Tim Culpan says RAM shortages could end the Neo's $599 base config, leaving only a $699 model with 512GB; Apple is doubling Neo production to 10 million to meet demand, but higher RAM and A18 Pro chip costs for the second batch could push prices up for consumers.

via The Verge|

#apple #macbook-neo #pricing

technology5 months ago•8 min saved

Apple trims RAM options on Mac Studio and Mac mini amid global memory crunch

Apple is trimming RAM configurations on Mac mini and Mac Studio due to a global memory shortage driven by AI server demand: Mac mini no longer offers 32GB/64GB RAM (and the 256GB SSD option has been removed, raising the base price), while the Mac Studio's M3 Ultra is limited to 96GB RAM with higher-tier options dropped; 9–10 week delivery estimates persist for affected models and Tim Cook says supply-demand balance could take months.

via MacRumors|

#apple #mac-mini #mac-studio

tech5 months ago•55 min saved

Pixel 11 RAM squeeze could redefine Google’s phone lineup

Leaks suggest the Pixel 11 lineup could ship with less RAM due to the global RAM shortage: base models may start at 8GB (down from 12GB) with 12GB on the Pro variants (down from 16GB), and 16GB configurations still available but possibly priced higher; the RAM squeeze is also driving price hikes across other devices, though Google’s Pro models reportedly include camera upgrades and brighter displays.

via The Verge|

#google #pixel-11 #pixel-11-pro

technology5 months ago•9 min saved

Mac mini Drops 256GB Config as Apple Hikes Entry Price to $799

Apple has removed the 256GB Mac mini option, leaving the base M4 configuration at $799 with 16GB RAM and 512GB storage; the 512GB model was already $799, and the 256GB option is no longer available. Apple cites ongoing supply constraints and higher RAM costs driven by a global memory shortage, noting it may take months to balance supply for Mac mini and Mac Studio.

via MacRumors|

#apple #mac-mini #pricing