Apple Cuts Budget Mac mini – Why the ‘AI Tax’ Is Driving Prices Up

Apple has removed the $599 entry‑level Mac mini, raising the base price to $799, a move the company attributes to soaring AI‑driven demand for memory and storage, which the author calls an ‘AI tax’ that shifts cost from AI enthusiasts to ordinary consumers.

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Apple Cuts Budget Mac mini – Why the ‘AI Tax’ Is Driving Prices Up

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Apr 19, 2026 · Industry Insights

Why Memory Shortages Could Persist Until 2030

A Nikkei Asia report predicts that global DRAM supply will meet only about 60% of demand by the end of 2027, with new capacity focused on high‑bandwidth memory for AI, leaving ordinary consumer devices facing prolonged shortages and higher prices through 2030.

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Why Memory Shortages Could Persist Until 2030