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Why phone prices rise

The story highlights how memory chip prices are a big factor in phone costs. When these key components get more expensive, phone makers often pass those extra costs onto us, the customers. Samsung's ability to manage these price hikes better helps them stay competitive, but overall, it means we might see higher prices for new phones across the board.

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