AI Advances May Raise Phone and Tablet Prices Next Year

CNN predicts that by 2026, prices for devices that use memory, including smartphones and tablets, could rise significantly due to a shift in focus by manufacturers like Micron and Samsung towards AI data centers. Memory prices are expected to increase by 30% in late 2025 and an additional 20% in early 2026, impacting cheaper Android phones the most. The average smartphone price may reach $465, contributing to a record market value of $578.9 billion. However, prices may stabilize late next year as supply chains adjust.

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