Apple just found a fresh way to drain everyone's bank account. The tech giant plans to jack up prices for high-capacity iPhone 18 models because memory components apparently cost a fortune lately. Investment reports suggest the entry-level tier stays safe while anyone wanting extra space pays a premium. This hurts especially after the Cupertino crew already raised rates on the previous generation.
Making the new A20 and A20 Pro silicon using TSMC tech reportedly costs two hundred eighty bucks per unit. That expense piles onto a massive spike in DRAM prices that supposedly accounts for twenty percent of the total build bill. Major banks noted that even the legendary supply chain leverage held via the California company cannot save them this time.
Suits sent overseas to lock down contracts with Samsung and SK hynix allegedly failed to secure cheap rates. Estimates show twelve-gigabyte modules jumping to seventy dollars, which represents a massive surcharge compared to earlier pricing. Samsung supposedly remains the main provider despite the drama while handling most shipments for both the seventeen and eighteen lineups.
Buyers will likely flock to the cheapest options if the expected fifty to one hundred dollar increase hits the top tiers. The standard two hundred fifty-six gigabyte versions offer enough room for games without the extra tax. Most people will probably refuse to overpay for the five hundred twelve gigabyte sweet spot given the circumstances.
Making the new A20 and A20 Pro silicon using TSMC tech reportedly costs two hundred eighty bucks per unit. That expense piles onto a massive spike in DRAM prices that supposedly accounts for twenty percent of the total build bill. Major banks noted that even the legendary supply chain leverage held via the California company cannot save them this time.
Suits sent overseas to lock down contracts with Samsung and SK hynix allegedly failed to secure cheap rates. Estimates show twelve-gigabyte modules jumping to seventy dollars, which represents a massive surcharge compared to earlier pricing. Samsung supposedly remains the main provider despite the drama while handling most shipments for both the seventeen and eighteen lineups.
Buyers will likely flock to the cheapest options if the expected fifty to one hundred dollar increase hits the top tiers. The standard two hundred fifty-six gigabyte versions offer enough room for games without the extra tax. Most people will probably refuse to overpay for the five hundred twelve gigabyte sweet spot given the circumstances.
