Qualcomm will raise the prices of its processors starting September 1, 2026, a move that could increase production costs for Android smartphone makers and lead to higher device prices. The company has informed customers that chips shipped after the date will carry higher prices. The exact increase has not been publicly detailed, but reports suggest prices could rise by a double-digit percentage. Phone makers may respond by raising retail prices, using older processors, changing other components, or absorbing part of the additional cost. Updated this June 2011 to reflect current market prices. Read more in our articles including "Qualcomm to raise Snapdragon Chip prices in September" and "Samsung Phones Price List Philippines June 2011".
Qualcomm will raise the prices of its processors starting September 1, 2026, a move that could increase production costs for Android smartphone makers and lead to higher device prices. The company has informed customers that chips shipped after the date will carry higher prices.
The exact increase has not been publicly detailed, but reports suggest prices could rise by a double-digit percentage. Phone makers may respond by raising retail prices, using older processors, changing other components, or absorbing part of the additional cost. Updated this June 2011 to reflect current market prices.
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