All articles tagged with #price
A Czech retailer’s page leaks estimated Steam Machine prices—about $950 for the 512GB model and $1,100 for the 1TB model. The figures aren’t official and could include retailer margins, but they suggest the device may not yet offer console-competitive pricing, prompting questions about its appeal.
A Kyoto Shimbun interview summarized by Nintendo Everything covers Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa’s remarks on Switch 2 pricing considerations, global supply stability (Japan still catching up), and the goal to make the hardware accommodating for both first- and third-party developers. He also highlights plans for more software from 2026—including popular series and new titles—alongside media ambitions with movies (Mario and Zelda) and the potential for anime streaming in the future. The company aims to broaden media beyond games, notes Nintendo Museum’s ~500,000 visitors, and says a full financial update is due in February.
Copper prices have reached a new high due to concerns over potential supply disruptions, highlighting ongoing volatility in the commodity market.
The article reviews a 2006 Jaguar X-Type Estate listed for $9,000, highlighting its British royal connection, Ford-based mechanics, and unique features, and questions whether it's a good deal or not.
Samsung's Galaxy Z TriFold, a high-priced and experimental foldable phone with design flaws and limited practicality, highlights the ongoing challenges in the foldable smartphone market, which remains a niche with little mainstream success and significant engineering tradeoffs.
The upcoming AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D is expected to be priced around $500 based on recent listings, with a boost clock of 5.6 GHz and 96 MB of L3 cache, making it a slightly more expensive refresh of the Ryzen 7 9800X3D. The official price will be announced at CES 2026, but current leaks suggest minimal price increase.
Silver prices have declined sharply after a record-breaking rally, indicating a reversal in the market trend.
Silver prices surged past $80 for the first time ever, then experienced a dramatic reversal, falling over 3% overnight, despite being up more than 155% this year due to geopolitical tensions, inflation hedging, and industrial demand.
Copper prices have reached a record high due to concerns over tariffs and shortages, reflecting increased demand and supply constraints.
Foldable phones have significantly improved over the years, addressing issues like bulkiness, water resistance, and durability, but the main challenge remaining is their high cost, which limits widespread adoption despite rising sales and technological advancements.
Copper prices are nearing $12,000 per ton in 2025, driven by trade tensions, supply constraints, and strong demand from the energy transition and AI infrastructure, with forecasts suggesting prices could reach $13,000 in 2026 amid ongoing supply stress and production challenges.
Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Z TriFold foldable phone is expected to cost around $2,800 in the US, features a dual-hinge design with display creases similar to the Galaxy Z Fold 7, supports on-device DeX, and will launch in Korea on December 12 with a US release in Q1 2026. The device includes a case, charging brick, and a kickstand case, with software enhancements like fold alerts and vibrations.
A well-preserved 1977 Chevy Camaro Rally Sport LT is listed for $13,500, featuring original styling, a 305 V8, and a clean history, making it a potentially attractive classic car investment. The article discusses its design, features, and market value, prompting readers to decide if the price is fair or not.
Roland's TR-1000 Rhythm Creator, a flagship drum machine with analogue voices, has a high price of £2286/$2699, sparking debate over its value. While praised for its features and professional quality, critics argue the cost is steep, influenced by manufacturing complexities, manual calibration, and market positioning. Roland defends the price as reflective of its premium build and market demand, emphasizing that it targets professional users who value quality and craftsmanship. The article highlights how manufacturing costs, market expectations, and perceived value influence pricing in high-end musical equipment.
The Resident Evil Pro Controller for Switch 2 is now available for pre-order in the UK and US at significantly high prices, with the UK costing £83.99 and the US $99.99, making it more expensive than standard controllers. Despite its design, the controller's high cost and the obscured logo are notable, and both the controller and the game are set to launch on February 27, 2026.