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Roku hikes prices up to 60% amid memory shortage

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from TechRadar ·

Roku has raised prices on its streaming sticks and boxes by up to 60% in the US, citing a global memory shortage. The increases affect all models, with the entry-level stick now costing $39.99. The move follows similar price hikes from competitors as chip supply constraints persist.

Meridian48 take
While Roku blames memory shortages, the price jump is steep enough to push budget-conscious buyers toward alternatives like Google's Chromecast or Amazon's Fire TV.
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