Topic: supply shortages
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How RAM Shortages Are Slowing Down Your Computer
The AI boom is causing a severe shortage of computer memory, as major producers like Samsung and Micron prioritize supplying high-performance chips to data centers over consumer electronics. This supply shift is driving up prices and reducing availability for consumer devices, with sharp cost inc...
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Switch 2 Restock Hits Best Buy for Donkey Kong Bananza Launch
Nintendo Switch 2 stock will arrive at Best Buy stores starting July 17, though bundle availability (like the $499.99 Mario Kart World bundle or $449.99 standalone model) remains uncertain. Amazon’s invite system offers an online alternative for purchasing the Switch 2, as demand continues to out...
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How China's 'Crystal Capital' Dominates the Global Market
Donghai County leveraged its natural quartz deposits and skilled artisans to become the world's crystal capital, driven by relentless innovation like modifying washing machines for polishing and even melting beer bottles to overcome material shortages. Facing environmental damage from illegal min...
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Nex Playground Outsells Xbox as Must-Have Holiday Toy
The Nex Playground, a new console, outsold established rivals like Xbox during a key holiday sales period, driven by a Black Friday price cut to $199. Its success is attributed to offering an affordable, active gaming alternative that appeals to parents seeking healthier screen time for children....
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