Qualcomm is about to raise prices and that’s bad news for everyone

Qualcomm is planning to raise its prices by a double-digit percentage due to ongoing component shortages and increased costs from suppliers. The price hikes will take effect for products shipped after September 1st, as the company claims it can no longer absorb the higher costs. Qualcomm's decision is expected to have a ripple effect, particularly on the smartphone industry, which heavily relies on the company's chips. The price increases will likely be passed on to consumers, ultimately making smartphones more expensive.

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