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Technology
Derrek Lee

Prices on tech are going up everywhere... are you less likely to buy a new phone this year?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 in lifestyle shots. .

We were warned about the RAM shortage at the tail end of 2025, but now it's becoming a major problem throughout the tech industry. Tech companies are beginning to increase the prices of their devices, both new and old, from gaming consoles to laptops and smartphones. In some cases, it's causing otherwise reasonably priced devices to skyrocket and become almost unappealing.

Companies such as Samsung and Motorola are raising prices across the board, while Meta just announced that Quest 3 prices are going up, too. However, is this stopping you from buying a new smartphone?

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