Rising memory chip prices to push up tech costs
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Smartphones and computers have become essential parts of our lives. People spend a small fortune on the latest tech. However, keeping up to date with the latest gadgets will become more expensive. This is because of the huge rise in demand for servers in AI data centres. These need to store massive amounts of data and move it much faster than before. Chip makers are struggling to keep up with demand. Yahoo.com wrote: "The enormous sums of money going into the AI race are driving up costs for resources and components."
Apple and Microsoft have announced price rises for their products. However, the iPhone will be insulated from the price rises. Apple said: "We have never seen a component price increase this much, this quickly." It added: "We have shielded our customers… but we have now reached a point where we need to begin raising prices." Microsoft said: "The entire consumer electronics industry is struggling." People are now worried about rising tech prices. In addition, the growth of AI data centres has increased demand for electricity, which is pushing up utility bills in some areas.
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