[Guest post] Why the next gaming console could cost up to £2,000

By Mark Patrick - Director of Technical Content for EMEA at Mouser Electronics Manufacturers of semiconductors and components are now facing growing pressure. AI is consuming huge amounts of memory, adding pressure for consumer electronics such as phones, laptops and other devices, which is referred to as ‘chipflation’. With this in mind, Google searches for 'why are consoles expensive' have surged 106% in the past week, highlighting growing concern around why consoles are becoming more expensive.