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Originally Posted by Robo
This black Friday was underwhelming
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That's expected given the logistical problems and pandemic disruptions to manufacturing.
Expect even higher prices and crappy "sales" next year. Semiconductor pricing has increased substantially with fabs and chip manufacturers charging 10-15% more for Q1/Q2 2021 orders, and the shipping company consolidation has led to a 30-40% increase in transpacific cargo shipping rates going into Q2, just in time for next years Black Friday manufacturing and shipments.
Those costs are going to get passed directly onto the consumer. If there is something you need before next BF, might as well buy it now.