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Global PC shipments fall for first time in 2 years as memory prices spike

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from TechRadar ·

Global PC shipments declined for the first time in two years, driven by memory price hikes that squeezed manufacturers. Apple unexpectedly raised prices mid-cycle, reflecting broader cost pressures. The downturn signals a cooling enterprise market after a post-pandemic refresh wave.

Meridian48 take
The memory crunch is real, but the headline's 'don't buy' advice oversimplifies—enterprise buyers may still need upgrades, just at higher prices.
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Don't buy a new work PC right now — memory crunch and price rises lead to global shipments falling for the first time in two years →
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