Amazon Slashes Prices on Hardware Amid Global Memory Shortage
Amazon has been forced to raise prices on its hardware products due to a global shortage of memory and storage components. The price hikes, which can reach as high as 60%, have affected various Amazon devices such as Fire TVs, Echos, Kindles, and Eeros.
The Echo Dot's price, for example, has jumped from $49.99 to $79.99 overnight, reflecting the broader industry challenges caused by a surge in AI-driven demand for memory.
According to OpenCV, the shortage is expected to persist through 2027, with prices potentially stabilizing in 2028.