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tech1 month ago•16 min saved

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

technology1 month ago•14 min saved

GPU Price Storm: Nvidia And AMD Signal Joint Hikes

Rumors say Nvidia plans to raise prices to its partners by up to 30%, with AMD reportedly following at about 10%, a move that could push consumer GPU costs higher amid ongoing RAMageddon. Market examples show the gap widening: the RX 9070 XT is trading around $700–$750, while Nvidia's RTX 5070 Ti hovers near $1,000; even budget cards like AMD's RX 9050 (4GB) are seeing steeper street prices, suggesting elevated GPU costs for the next couple of years.

via Kotaku|

#amd #gpu-prices #graphics-cards

tech1 month 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

technology1 month ago•14 min saved

RAMageddon Forces Retro-Gaming Makers to Hoard Supplies

RAMageddon is driving extreme price spikes for RAM and other components, pushing retro-gaming maker Evercade to hoard stock and pre-purchase parts years in advance. Blaze Entertainment has secured most cartridge chips for 2027 and is watching RAM and processor costs soar, with 512MB chips now pricier than 1GB ones. The broader supply chain is in chaos as AI-driven data-center demand tightens supplies, a situation CEO Andrew Byatt calls vastly worse and unprecedented.

via Kotaku|

#evercade #hardware #memory

tech1 month ago•40 min saved

RAMageddon proves 8GB isn’t enough on Windows: Surface Laptop 13 review

The Verge’s review of the Microsoft Surface Laptop 13-inch (8GB RAM, 2026) finds Windows 11 has almost no headroom on 8GB of RAM, with typical multitasking using about 5–7GB and occasional freezes, making the $949.99 model feel underpowered versus 16GB rivals like the MacBook Neo. The piece notes RAM shortages are driving price hikes (RAMageddon) and that more 8GB laptops are surfacing, so for future-proofing you should favor 16GB (or higher-spec/refurbished options) rather than this entry-level configuration.

via The Verge|

#microsoft #ram #ramageddon

technology1 month ago•14 min saved

Sega's $5 Million Bet That Saved Nvidia—and Changed Gaming RAM Forever

Nvidia was nearly bankrupt in the mid-1990s until Sega’s Shoichiro Irimajiri invested $5 million, a gamble that kept Nvidia afloat and helped it develop the GeForce line and later support for Microsoft’s Xbox; now, Nvidia’s AI-driven chip demand is fueling RAM shortages and price spikes that ripple through consoles and PCs, reshaping the gaming landscape.

via Kotaku|

#gaming #nvidia #ram

technology2 months ago•6 min saved

RAMageddon relief: lingering Prime Day storage deals you can still snag

Even after Prime Day ended, Mashable lists still-live memory deals to combat RAMageddon: the best MicroSD is Samsung T7 MicroSDXC 1TB for $239.99 and the best portable SSD is SanDisk Portable SSD 2TB for $232.99, with a range of WD, Seagate, Kingston, and Samsung drives—from 5TB portable HDDs to 20TB desktop HDDs and up to 4TB NVMe SSDs—still discounted as prices and availability vary.

via Mashable|

#memory-shortage #microsd #portable-ssd

business2 months ago•33 min saved

Apple hikes prices as AI memory boom shifts costs to shoppers

Tim Cook argues price increases are unavoidable due to AI-driven RAM shortages, with upcoming MacBook Pro, iPad, and HomePod price bumps cited. The Verge explains memory-chip prices have surged because AI data centers are diverting supply from consumer devices, meaning higher costs are passed to consumers and the AI race is boosting chip profits for memory makers. Analysts say this RAMageddon is lasting, not temporary, and companies are prioritizing data-center demand over ordinary buyers. Despite four straight quarters of record earnings and high hardware margins, Apple’s price hikes are framed as satisfying shareholders’ growth expectations while the company grapples with AI competition.

via The Verge|

#ai-artificial-intelligence #apple #business

podcasts2 months ago•18 min saved

Meta bets on a gambling-led future with Polymarket-style plans

The Vergecast discusses reports that Meta is building a Polymarket-style prediction market inside Meta, along with Apple price hikes and RAM shortages, while noting Meta’s morale issues and Cannes Lions coverage.

via The Verge|

#apple #meta #podcasts

gadgets2 months ago•31 min saved

Nothing’s CMF Phone delayed as RAM prices soar

Nothing says its CMF Phone 2 Pro successor won’t launch this year because memory prices have surged, making a meaningful upgrade unaffordable; memory costs have doubled since the decision and are now the most expensive smartphone component, though CMF plans other products and hints the smartphone season isn’t over.

via The Verge|

#cmf-phone #gadgets #nothing

business3 months ago•5 min saved

Xbox Signals Radical, Wallet-Friendly Console Vision Amid RAM Shortage

Microsoft says RAM shortages and rising memory costs are forcing a rethink of its next-gen Project Helix console, with leaders signaling “radically different” and more affordable business models. The company is exploring options such as subsidized hardware through subscriptions, broader partnerships, and even third-party Xbox devices, while pursuing flexible storage, potential ad-supported options, and ongoing evolution toward a hybrid console/PC approach to broaden access beyond a premium, high-end model.

via The Verge|

#business #game-pass #project-helix

tech4 months ago•45 min saved

RAMageddon hits Alienware: Dell’s budget laptop waters down the brand

Dell’s new five-pound Alienware 15 is marketed as an entry-level gaming laptop, but The Verge argues it’s a branding and value misstep: a plastic chassis, a low-color-saturation 1920x1200 display, limited I/O, and last-gen RTX options priced from $1,299, all set against RAM price hikes nicknamed RAMageddon, raising questions about whether Alienware still signals premium performance or just a Dell badge.

via The Verge|

#alienware #dell #gaming

gaming5 months ago•6 min saved

PS5 Price Hike Signals Tougher Era for Console Buyers

Sony is raising PS5 prices for the second time in under a year, with the Digital Edition at $600, standard at $650, and Pro at $900, effective April 2. Sony cites global economic pressures and higher RAM/storage costs (the so-called RAMageddon) to protect margins, raising concerns that consumers—especially cheaper- or mobile-focused players—will be squeezed and that hardware costs may stay high through 2027–2030. Analysts say other makers (Switch 2, Xbox) could follow, while GTA 6 remains a major driver but may not offset the higher costs for buyers.

via GameSpot|

#console-market #gaming #gta6

technology8 months ago•65 min saved

Intel: OEMs stockpiling RAM buys laptop market time against RAMageddon

Intel says its laptop OEM partners are holding about 9–12 months of memory inventory, creating a buffer that could blunt near-term RAM price hikes. The long memory lead times push vendors to stockpile ahead of future releases, while Intel also cites Core Ultra Series 3 memory enhancements (larger L3 cache and new memory-management tools) that may reduce RAM demand. It’s not a full fix for RAMageddon, but it offers several months of relief for buyers and manufacturers.

via Tom's Guide|

#intel #inventory #laptops