Memory price surge squeezes $100 phones
· Source: blockchain.news
In short
Soaring DRAM and NAND costs driven by AI demand are making sub-$100 smartphones increasingly rare, according to a CNBC report. Budget-focused Chinese manufacturers face the steepest margin pressure as memory producers shift wafer capacity toward AI-grade components. Analysts expect elevated memory prices through 2027, pushing entry-level device pricing higher.
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Tags: memory, supply chain, semiconductors, smartphones, procurement, DRAM