Topic: price hikes
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Raspberry Pi Prices Rise Again Amid RAM Shortage
A global chip shortage, driven by AI sector demand, is causing significant price increases for Raspberry Pi computers, impacting hobbyists and developers. The latest price hikes specifically target models with 2GB+ RAM, with increases up to $60, compounding earlier rises and pushing key models ov...
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Samsung's Galaxy S26 Plan Backfires, Price Hike Still Looms
Samsung's Galaxy S26 series is expected to offer minimal innovation, with leaks indicating it will closely resemble its predecessor despite earlier rumors of a major redesign. The company reportedly scaled back ambitious upgrade plans for cost-cutting, yet pricing leaks suggest the phones will st...
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AI Drives First Gaming Price Increase of 2026
Asus has announced major price increases for 2026, directly attributing them to soaring AI demand, which is creating supply gaps and inflating costs for essential components like DRAM and SSDs. The AI-driven component shortage is so severe it may delay the release of next-generation consoles, suc...
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Netflix's Response to HBO Merger: Cancel If Prices Rise
Netflix's co-CEO argued a potential merger with Warner Bros. Discovery would benefit consumers by offering more content for less money, not create a monopoly, citing their highly complementary services and subscriber overlap. Sarandos defended the deal's affordability by highlighting competitive ...
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Spotify Announces Another Price Increase
Spotify is raising Premium subscription prices in the US, Estonia, and Latvia, marking its third increase since 2023. Individual US plans increase to $12.99/month, with larger hikes for Duo and Family plans, while the company cites funding improvements and artist support. The anticipated move fol...
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Global Memory Shortage Drives RAM Prices Higher
A global RAM shortage is driving up prices for consumer electronics, as manufacturers prioritize supplying high-margin AI companies over the traditional market. The supply squeeze is forcing price increases for components like PC RAM and finished devices, including laptops and single-board comput...
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Xbox Black Friday 2025: Biggest Discounts We Expect
Microsoft has implemented widespread price increases in 2025, meaning Black Friday discounts will be calculated from higher baseline prices for consoles, controllers, and Game Pass subscriptions. Savvy shoppers can find better deals through third-party retailers, such as discounted Game Pass code...
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Lock in Xbox Game Pass at the Old Price Before It's Gone
Microsoft has increased Xbox Game Pass subscription prices, with Ultimate now costing $29.99 monthly and PC Game Pass rising to $16.49. Retailers like Amazon and GameStop are still selling digital codes at the old prices, allowing users to stock up before inventory updates. Purchasing multi-month...
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Xbox 360 Era Begins: A New Age of Gaming
In 2018, Microsoft's Xbox Game Pass became highly popular by offering all first-party games on the service at launch, earning it the title of "the best deal in gaming." Recent price hikes have raised the premier tier to $29.99 per month, sparking backlash and potential cancellations, with many at...
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RAM Shortage Drives Up PC and Phone Prices
A global shortage of memory chips, driven by massive AI industry demand, is making computers and smartphones more expensive and is expected to last for years. Smartphone manufacturers, especially budget brands, face difficult choices like raising prices or cutting specifications due to the acute ...
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Disney's Price Hike Couldn't Have Come at a Worse Time
Disney is raising prices for its Disney Plus streaming service amid a significant public relations crisis that has alienated viewers across the political spectrum. The controversy began when Disney suspended Jimmy Kimmel's show due to political pressure, sparking backlash and a reversal that dama...
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US Video Game Hardware Sales Plunge in November
U.S. video game hardware spending fell sharply in November, dropping 27% year-over-year to $695 million, the lowest November total since 2005. The market slump was driven by record-high console prices, with the average selling price reaching $439, discouraging buyers during the holiday season. De...
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Last Chance: Cyber Monday Deals on Disney+, Hulu & HBO Max
Cyber Monday offers significant discounts on streaming services like Disney+, Hulu, HBO Max, and Apple TV, providing a rare chance to lock in lower prices after recent industry-wide increases. The Disney+ and Hulu bundle is a standout value, with an ad-supported annual subscription available for ...
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iPhone 17 Price Leaks: What All 4 Models Could Cost
The iPhone 17 base model will maintain its $799 starting price, offering upgrades like a 120Hz display and A19 chip. The iPhone 17 Air and Pro models are expected to see significant price increases, with the Air starting at $1,099 and the Pro at $1,199. These price hikes may reflect economic fact...
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Xbox Next-Gen Console Confirmed in Development by Microsoft
Microsoft has officially confirmed the development of next-generation Xbox hardware, countering rumors of an exit from the console market and reinforcing its partnership with AMD for custom silicon. A significant erosion of trust has occurred due to recent corporate actions, including a poorly co...
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RAM Shortage Shifts Focus From "AI PCs"
A severe memory chip shortage, driven by high demand from AI data centers, is causing a sharp 40-70% price increase for PC RAM and storage. PC manufacturers are responding by raising system prices 15-20% and reducing the standard memory configurations in new computers, especially in mid- to low-t...
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Are You Buying Too Many Games? Most Gamers Don't
The majority of U.S. gamers (63%) purchase two or fewer new games per year, with a small group of "hyper enthusiast" players driving sales for non-free-to-play titles. This purchasing pattern challenges the industry, as smaller studios struggle for visibility against blockbuster games and free-to...
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Black Friday Deals: Save Up to 58% on Apple, Bose & Sony Gear
This year's Black Friday offers impressive discounts on premium electronics from brands like Apple, Bose, and Sony, including record-low prices on items such as AirPods and PlayStation Portal. Despite some price increases due to tariffs, shoppers can find substantial savings on high-demand produc...
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Black Friday Streaming Deals: Disney+, Hulu & HBO Max Over 60% Off
Major streaming platforms are offering significant Black Friday discounts to help offset recent price increases, making premium content more accessible this holiday season. Notable deals include HBO Max at $2.99/month for an annual ad-supported plan and Disney Plus and Hulu bundled for $4.99/mont...
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Black Friday 2025: Best Xbox Deals on Game Pass & Controllers
The 2025 Black Friday event offers significant discounts on Xbox games, controllers, and Game Pass Ultimate, but no console deals are available. High-profile new games like *Borderlands 4* and *Battlefield 6* are discounted up to 50%, while older popular titles are available for around $10 each. ...
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Apple TV's Grand Ambition: A Major Expansion
Apple TV+ is shifting from a niche, prestige-focused streaming service to a mainstream contender by expanding its content and partnerships to compete with industry giants. The service initially built its identity on critically acclaimed original series and films, like *CODA* and *Severance*, but ...
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Halo on PlayStation Could Save Xbox
Xbox is shifting its strategy by releasing flagship exclusives like Halo on multiple platforms, including PlayStation, to secure its future in a changing industry rather than showing weakness. Recent data shows Xbox-published games such as Indiana Jones and Forza Horizon 5 are highly downloaded o...
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Rate Your Favorite Shows and Movies on HBO Max
HBO Max has introduced an interactive rating feature with options "Love," "Like," or "Not For Me" to personalize content recommendations and curate sections like "Because You Love." The feature, tested extensively last year, mirrors competitors like Netflix and is accessible across all platforms ...
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How Xtra Helps DJI Cameras Enter the US Market
DJI's Osmo Pocket 3 camera has increased to $799 in the U.S. due to tariffs, while Xtra Technology offers seemingly identical hardware for as low as $499, suggesting a strategy to bypass import duties. Investigations reveal Xtra's devices and software are nearly indistinguishable from DJI's, with...
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October Prime Day 2025: Every Xbox Game on Sale
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate's price increase has prompted players to reconsider spending, but Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days offers significant relief with major discounts on Xbox games. Notable deals include *Sid Meier’s Civilization 7* at 81% off for $13.25 and *Metaphor: ReFantazio*, a top 2024 RPG,...
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Why Tariff Stacking Is a Nightmare: A CTA Expert Explains
International tariffs and unpredictable trade policies create significant uncertainty for tech companies, with tariff stacking disrupting supply chains and threatening consumer price increases. The volatility of constantly changing tariffs makes long-term planning nearly impossible, especially du...
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