Latest Mobile & Gadgets News
📅January 24, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Global mobile and gadgets sector faces memory chip shortages driving up prices and sales declines in 2026, amid Mobile POS growth, foldable AI innovations, and upcoming flagship smartphone launches.
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Global Mobile POS Market to Reach $161B by 2031
The Mobile POS market is projected to grow from $63.34B in 2025 to $161.07B by 2031 at 16.83% CAGR, driven by demand for contactless payments and mobility. SMEs adopt cost-effective solutions amid rising mobile money transactions over $100B last year.
Challenges include data security and fraud risks on wireless networks.
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Memory Chip Prices Surge, Threatening 2026 Smartphone Sales
Rising memory chip prices are squeezing electronics makers, with global smartphone, PC, and console sales expected to decline in 2026. RAM shortages could lead to less RAM in flagships or higher prices for Galaxy S26 series.
Costs for RAM and components up 20-50% with daily fluctuations.