Global PC Shipments Decline for First Time in Two Years

WHO:

TechRadar - Apple is mentioned as a manufacturer affected by the global PC shipment decline.

WHAT:

Business Insider - Apple announced it would raise prices on some Macs and iPads by 20% and 25%, respectively, with MacBook Pros increasing by $300.

Business Insider - Microsoft's Surface PCs now cost as much as $500 more than they did two years ago, and Xboxes will increase by about $150 later this summer.

Business Insider - Back Market reported a 62% increase in MacBook sales the day after Apple's price hike announcement compared to the previous week.

TechRadar - Global PC shipments have declined for the first time in two years.

Engadget - Despite the decline in PC shipments, revenue for manufacturers is still rising.

WHY:

Business Insider - Angie Cardona-Nelson stated that consumers are now looking for value due to the rising costs of new tech devices.

TechRadar - The decline in global PC shipments is attributed to memory price hikes affecting manufacturers globally.

Engadget - The memory shortage is identified as a key reason for the fall in PC shipments.

HOW:

Business Insider - Erik Helgesen, president of PayMore, noted a 30% increase in demand for computers and computer parts in the past three to six months.

TechRadar - Manufacturers, including Apple, have raised prices mid-term due to the memory crunch.

Apple has announced significant price increases for some of its Macs and iPads, with prices rising by 20% and 25%, respectively, and MacBook Pros seeing a jump of $300. Meanwhile, Microsoft’s Surface PCs have surged in price by as much as $500 over the past two years, and Xbox consoles are set to increase by about $150 later this summer. In response to these rising costs, Back Market reported a 62% increase in MacBook sales following Apple's announcement, as consumers are now seeking better value, according to Angie Cardona-Nelson, while Erik Helgesen from PayMore noted a 30% rise in demand for computers and parts in recent months.