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Waiting for your dream phone to get cheaper? That moment may never come

Smartphone prices are no longer dropping predictably. The demand for AI chips is causing component costs to surge. This means phones are launching at higher prices and staying that way. Budget phones are seeing downgrades to control costs. Consumers may need to buy when they need a phone, as big discounts are fading.

20 May 2026 3:11 pm