Buying a Used iPhone Makes More Sense Than Ever
Wired reports that buying used iPhones is becoming a more attractive option due to rising prices for new models and supply chain constraints. Apple CEO Tim Cook has signaled that price hikes are likely due to memory shortages driven by global AI data center demand.
Why it matters
The intersection of AI infrastructure demand and consumer electronics pricing illustrates the broader economic impact of the current AI boom on everyday technology costs.
Photograph: Getty Images Comment Loader Save Story Save this story Comment Loader Save Story Save this story There were already plenty of good reasons to consider buying a used iPhone instead of constantly upgrading. It’s both more environmentally friendly and more cost-effective, an increasing rarity these days. But a few recent developments have converged that suddenly make buying used even more appealing.
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