Samsung reportedly raises memory chip prices through renegotiated supply deals

A post citing SamMobile says Samsung renegotiated DRAM and NAND supply deals at higher prices, putting pressure on Apple's component costs. The author speculates that base-model iPhones could become more expensive or less capable at the same price if Apple cannot absorb those costs.

Separately, a user weighing ecosystem ties against cost says they are planning to switch to a Samsung flagship because they no longer consider Apple products worth the price. They have already replaced their iPad with an Android tablet but plan to keep using a Mac.