Is it me, or is life becoming more expensive every day? Maybe you’ve been eyeing a Nintendo Switch 2 or the latest iPhone, but the cost of essentials, like gas and groceries, is making it nearly impossible to pay hundreds of dollars for new tech.
On top of that, the RAM shortage, dubbed RAMageddon, is increasing prices on tech devices, even those already on the shelves. The boom in artificial intelligence has sucked up RAM and DRAM storage — which most personal devices need. Now, the shortage is causing manufacturers to raise prices on tech. You may even see prices increase for devices already in stores, but this price hike may vary depending on the retailer. There’s one way you might be able to save money on that Galaxy S25 or Apple Watch you’ve been eyeing — buy it used or refurbished.
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