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Memory price shock could make Mac mini servers cost more

r/SirApfelotJun 21, 2026 · 22d ago

Apple price increases are being described as unavoidable because memory and have become much more expensive. The pressure comes from buying huge amounts of memory chips, leaving fewer parts for ordinary consumer devices. The industry nickname for this shortage is RAMageddon.

Tim Cook said memory makers are passing on large price increases and that he has not seen a situation like this in more than 40 years in the industry. Samsung, HP, Microsoft, Nintendo, and Valve were also named as companies facing similar pressure. Apple has not said exactly which products will rise in price or when.

Community price tables for India claimed large jumps across iPads and Macs, including a increase from ₹59,900 to ₹94,900. Other reactions focused on whether it makes sense to buy an with 24GB memory and 512GB storage before memory prices climb further.

Key points

  • are pushing up demand for memory and .
  • Apple says higher product prices are unavoidable, but has not named every affected product or date.
  • Shared India price tables claimed the moved from ₹59,900 to ₹94,900.
  • buyers should pay close attention to memory and storage size before purchase.
  • Regional official prices are the next thing to watch.

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