Topic: analyst predictions
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Is a $1,000 Steam Machine in Your Future?
Industry experts are divided on the Steam Machine's price, with predictions ranging from an affordable $549 starting point to a premium $800-$900 range for the 512GB model. Some analysts suggest Valve may sell the hardware at cost or as a loss leader to expand the SteamOS user base, prioritizing ...
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Steam Machine's $700 Price Tag Could Spell Its Doom
Rising component costs are forcing Valve to reassess the Steam Machine's price and launch timeline, threatening its market viability against established consoles. Analysts warn that a starting price significantly above $600 could be disastrous, with estimates ranging up to $1,000, which would mak...
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PS5 Owners Cancel PlayStation Plus to Protest Disc Ban, Analysts Unmoved
PS5 owners are canceling PlayStation Plus subscriptions and a petition has exceeded 200,000 signatures in protest of Sony’s plan to phase out physical game discs starting January 2028. Industry analysts, including Dr. Serkan Toto, argue the backlash is negligible, as even 500,000 cancellations wo...
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iPhone 18 Pro price: How much more it could cost
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro is expected to see a significant price increase due to soaring memory component costs, a pricier variable aperture camera lens (about 50% more expensive), and the costly new 2-nanometer A20 Pro chip. Analyst predictions for the starting price range from a moderate $100–$200 ...
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iPhone 18 Rumored to Feature 12GB of RAM
The standard iPhone 18 will reportedly feature a 12GB RAM upgrade for the first time, matching the memory capacity of the iPhone 17 Pro models, likely to support Apple Intelligence AI features. The entire iPhone 18 lineup is expected to use TSMC's 2nm A20 processor, offering 15% better computing ...
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iPhone 18 Pro RAM: Rumored Specs Revealed
The iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max, and Fold are all expected to feature 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM, with the standard iPhone 18 also potentially receiving this upgrade from 8GB. A significant architectural change for the iPhone 18 Pro's A20 Pro chip involves integrating the RAM directly onto the processor wafer...
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Will Apple Ever Make a Touchscreen MacBook?
Apple is reportedly developing a touchscreen MacBook Pro with an OLED display, targeting a late 2026 or early 2027 release. This marks a shift from Apple's long-standing resistance to touchscreen Macs, influenced by slowing iPad sales and rising demand for touchscreen laptops. The company aims to...
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Rising RAM prices threaten Apple's $599 MacBook Neo
The MacBook Neo's $599 base model may be discontinued due to rising RAM costs, with the $699 version potentially becoming the new entry point. This mirrors Apple's recent decision to remove the affordable 256GB Mac mini model and drop the 512GB RAM upgrade for the Mac Studio. The MacBook Neo's ow...
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Sony Ending PlayStation Discs Threatens Second-Hand Market, Analysts Say
Sony's plan to end PlayStation disc production by 2028 could eliminate the second-hand game market, removing the ability to buy, sell, or trade pre-owned games. This shift toward digital distribution would raise gaming costs for budget-conscious players and undermine consumer rights by reducing o...
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EU Regulator Says It Can't Stop PlayStation's Disc-Killing Move
The EU has confirmed it cannot legally stop Sony's plan to make new PS5 games digital-only from January 2028, citing commercial and contractual freedoms, and rejected a related "Stop Killing Games" petition due to intellectual property rights. Despite nearly 300,000 petition signatures and cancel...
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BYD EVs Charge to 80% in Just 12 Minutes
BYD is launching the Denza Z9GT in Europe, featuring flash charging technology that can achieve a 70% charge in five minutes, rivaling conventional refueling times. The vehicle boasts an 800-kilometer range and reliable performance in extreme cold, marking the global debut of BYD's rapid-charging...
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Apple AirPods with cameras could debut as soon as next month
Apple has been developing camera-equipped AirPods with Visual Intelligence, initially targeting a 2026 launch but delaying the advanced model (B798) to 2027. A second, less advanced variant (B790) is closer to production, with traces found in iOS 27 code and an internal roadmap suggesting a possi...
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Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 Is Coming to PS5
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 is officially launching on PlayStation 5 on December 8, with development also underway for PlayStation VR 2 support. The game is being optimized for the PS5's DualSense controller, incorporating adaptive triggers, gyro controls, and speaker audio for enhanced reali...
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Apple's iPhone 17 Air Event Slammed for 'Lack of Innovation' by Analyst
Apple Inc. faces criticism for prioritizing predictable updates over genuine innovation ahead of the iPhone 17 launch, with analysts expressing disappointment in the lack of groundbreaking design. The iPhone 17 Air is expected to be the slimmest model yet, potentially replacing the Plus version, ...
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Apple to Raise Prices, Citing Unsustainable RAM Costs
Apple CEO Tim Cook confirmed unavoidable price increases due to an unsustainable surge in memory costs, driven by a RAM shortage affecting the entire tech industry. The company has already taken steps like stopping the Mac Studio with 512GB of RAM and raising the Mac Mini's starting price, with f...
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Rivian Delays Profit Target to Focus on Self-Driving Tech
Rivian has delayed its profitability target beyond 2027, primarily due to soaring R&D costs for its autonomous driving technology, marking a shift from its previous guidance. The company faces external financial pressures, including the loss of a key EV tax credit and rising tariffs, compounding ...
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Apple's Switch to Google Gemini Boosts Siri's Success Odds: Analyst
Apple's strategic partnership with Google's Gemini AI is seen as a major boost for Siri's future, increasing the likelihood of a successful next-generation Apple Intelligence assistant. The deal has drawn criticism from figures like Elon Musk over concerns of consolidating too much power with Goo...
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Apple targets aggressive pricing for iPhone 18 Pro models
Apple plans an aggressive pricing strategy for the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, keeping base model prices at $1,099 and $1,199 respectively, matching last year's launch. To protect profit margins, Apple may raise prices on higher storage tiers while holding entry-level pricing, potentially gaining ...
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Apple's MacBook Neo 2 Launch Set to Drive Spring Sales
The MacBook Neo 2 is slated for a Spring 2027 launch, building on the original Neo's success, with Apple aiming to establish a fixed annual March release cadence for the series. The device's timing depends on the production yield of the A19 Pro chip, repurposed from iPhone 17 Pro lines, with Appl...
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Apple Sets iPhone 18 Pro Special Event Date
Apple's September keynote is expected on Wednesday, Sept. 9, where the iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max, and a possible first folding iPhone will be unveiled, with a Tuesday date ruled out due to Labor Day falling on Sept. 7. The official invitation will likely be sent on Wednesday, Aug. 26, two weeks befo...
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