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12/01/2026

📢 Why RAM Prices Are Through the Roof (and Why Your Next PC or Phone Might Cost More)
Hey everyone! If you’ve noticed your thunderbolt upgrade or new device is suddenly more expensive, it's not just you. Here's the lowdown on what’s driving the RAM price surge:

1. 🧠 AI is Gobbling Up Memory

Hyperscale AI data centers (think Google, Amazon, Microsoft, Nvidia) demand massive amounts of high-bandwidth memory (HBM) for training large language models. These high-margin chips are prioritized over standard DRAM chips used in everyday devices. [bvainc.com], [bisi.org.uk], [fastcompany.com]
Since each gigabyte of HBM uses up to 3× more wafer capacity than DDR5, it severely limits what's left for consumer RAM. [bisi.org.uk], [fastcompany.com], [networkworld.com]

2. 📦 Manufacturers Are Holding Back Production

After a period of oversupply, DRAM vendors deliberately cut back production to prop up prices and return to profit margins. This happened right as demand exploded—a perfect storm. [bvainc.com], [eagletechc...puters.com]
Even with new fab capacity on the way, it takes years to build and scale, so short-term supply remains tight. [bvainc.com], [eagletechc...puters.com], [ipc2u.com]

3. 💰 Contract Prices Have Skyrocketed

Common DRAM prices jumped ~50% in late 2025, with further 40–50% increases expected in early 2026. [bvainc.com], [gadgets360.com], [counterpoi...search.com], [cnbc.com]
DDR5 contract prices rose from ~$68.40 to $272.00 per module in Q4 2025—a quadrupling in just a few months. [bvainc.com], [bisi.org.uk], [networkworld.com]

4. 🏭 Geopolitical & Strategic Realignment

DRAM is dominated by just three companies (~95% of global supply). Export controls and geopolitical tensions are accelerating “friend‑shoring,” further limiting flexible capacity. [bisi.org.uk], [networkworld.com], [content.techgig.com]
Major players like Samsung & SK Hynix are committing entirely to HBM and enterprise contracts—all but sealing consumer DRAM production. [bisi.org.uk], [networkworld.com], [content.techgig.com]

5. 💡 End Products Feeling the Pinch

Laptop and desktop makers warn of 15–20% price hikes starting mid‑2026—largely due to RAM costs. [bvainc.com], [techradar.com], [digikey.com]
A 16 GB RAM upgrade now adds $250–$300 to PC build costs, and smartphones with higher RAM configs are seeing similar BoM increases.

04/09/2025

🖥️💡 Is Your PC Ready for Windows 11? Here's How to Check! 💡🖥️

Thinking about upgrading to Windows 11 but not sure if your computer can handle it? 🤔 Microsoft has made it super easy to find out with their PC Health Check tool. Here's how to do it:

✅ Step-by-Step Guide:

Download the PC Health Check Tool
👉 Go to the official Microsoft page: https://aka.ms/GetPCHealthCheckApp

Install the App
🛠️ Run the installer and follow the prompts.

Run the Compatibility Check
🔍 Open the app and click “Check now” under the Windows 11 section.

Review the Results
✅ If your PC is compatible, you’ll see a green checkmark.
❌ If not, the app will tell you what needs to be upgraded (like TPM 2.0, Secure Boot, or CPU).

💬 Let me know in the comments if your PC passed the test or if you need help figuring it out!

29/05/2024

If in doubt, try this to get your device working 🤪

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28/06/2023

It's taken a while since the first hit but I can see it more now, be very careful with Mobile hacking. If in doubt don't click on it or use it if it is free.

The law enforcement agency said bad actors had figured out how to infect phones with malware using public charging cables.

13/06/2023

If you want faster rural internet, Starlink have discounted the hardware to $199
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29/01/2023

Be careful out there. If you have you will need to follow the instructions.

What do you do if your password manager has been hacked? If you’re a LastPass user, it might be time to consider your options. Jordan Heersping from CERT NZ offers some expert advice.

27/11/2022

This is their first local save of a customer. Be very careful out there. Keep the good work up.

Once scammers have access it can be difficult to remove them! The best action is to prevent it in the first place with trusted companies like Guard.io!Check ...

13/10/2022

This guy is a Legend

08/07/2022

Why people try and copy others Facebook profiles

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22/03/2022

A bit of useful information on suspicious emails and how to check it.

Using Kaspersky’s Threat Intelligence Portal, you can check the domain of the sender of a suspicious e-mail.