https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/your-next-iphone-is-about-to-cost-significantly-more-because-of-samsungContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/your-next-iphone-is-about-to-cost-significantly-more-because-of-samsunghttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/your-next-iphone-is-about-to-cost-significantly-more-because-of-samsung#u80165Tue, 22 Sep 2026 14:16:13 +0000iPhone prices are expected to rise in 2027 due to increased costs for DRAM and storage memory. Apple has reportedly accepted a price hike from Samsung for the first quarter of 2027, which raises the overall cost floor for smartphones. These pricing pressures are projected to persist, with no relief expected through 2028. The cost increases stem from the essential memory components Apple sources for its devices.Why it mattersDRAM is a critical component for smartphone performance and multitasking. Because Apple relies on external suppliers like Samsung for these parts, supplier pricing directly