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Consumers are choosing to purchase older flagship smartphone models instead of anticipated new releases due to expected price increases.
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Who
smartphone buyers, Apple, Samsung
What
Consumers are choosing to purchase older flagship smartphone models instead of anticipated new releases due to expected price increases.
When
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:00:19 GMT · 3h 6m ago
Where
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Why
Anticipated price hikes for new smartphone models, coupled with modest upgrades and a chip shortage impacting costs, are pushing consumers towards older, less expensive models.
The Frontline Impact
How this affects you
New smartphone models from Apple and Samsung may experience weaker demand as consumers prioritize cost savings by opting for previous generation devices.
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