A repair shop’s guide to surviving RAMageddon
Summary
David Pierce and Leo Mastrullo discuss "Ramageddon," the surge in computer part prices driven by AI data centers, and its impact on gadget repairs. They offer advice on whether to fix, upgrade, or keep devices like iPhones, laptops, and consoles amidst rising costs and right-to-repair challenges. The episode also covers news on camera-equipped AirPods, Palantir’s air traffic contracts, and the US launch of the Fairphone 6 Plus.
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