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Why Are Phones So Expensive Now? The 2026 Price Crunch

New smartphones with rising price tags illustrating why phones are so expensive in 2026, including AI chip demand, supply chain disruptions and higher material costs.

AI data centers, a war in the Middle East, and record copper prices are all landing on the same price tags. Here’s why devices cost more in 2026 and how repair beats the hikes.