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Technology
Michael Desjardin

The RAM crisis came for computers first and now it's coming for TVs — here's why I recommend upgrading while you still can

A man thoughtfully looks at LCD TVs in a large store with his back to the camera.

In case you haven't heard, the entire tech industry is currently entering somewhat of a crisis. Across the globe, demand for DRAM (Dynamic Random-Access Memory) is skyrocketing. As a result, we're watching as the price of certain consumer goods increase — and fast.

Essentially, anything that relies on RAM — PCs, laptops, phones and gaming consoles — is at risk of seeing a spike. Unfortunately, this most likely includes the next wave of TVs from big-name brands, including many of the best TVs of the year.

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