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Trump Administration Shifts Tariff Strategy: Electronics Now Exempt from High Levies
In a surprising turn, the Trump administration has lifted tariffs on various electronics, aiming to stabilize the market amid ongoing trade tensions.
Hardware
Optimism for the PC Market: Sales Surge Ahead of Tariffs as HP Plans to Move Production Abroad
PC sales have increased significantly in the first quarter of 2025, and HP is anticipating that a majority of its US PCs will be manufactured outside of China by year's end.
Hardware
Nvidia's RTX 5070 GPU Available Below MSRP Amid Tariff Uncertainty in the UK
Despite soaring GPU prices across the market due to tariffs, the Nvidia RTX 5070 can be purchased below its Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) in the UK.
Hardware
Apple Ships 600 Tons of iPhones to Avoid Tariffs Amidst Temporary Pause
Apple's swift shipment of 600 tons of iPhones aims to circumvent impending tariffs as a temporary relief is announced.
Economy
Tariff Turmoil: Trump Suspends Major Tariffs Except for China, Raising Them to 125%
The latest decision by President Trump regarding tariffs creates further uncertainty in the US market, particularly affecting the gaming industry.
Hardware
Trump's Firm Stance on TSMC: A Warning About Tariffs
Trump warned chipmaker TSMC of hefty tariffs if they don't build their plant in the U.S., amidst ongoing debates about tech and tariffs.
Hardware
Concerns Rise Over High Costs of American-Made Gaming Laptops
Analysts warn that moving production of gaming laptops to the USA could lead to skyrocketing prices.
Hardware
Razer Discontinues Pricing for New Blade Laptops Amidst Tariff Concerns
Razer has halted the pricing and pre-order information for its latest Blade laptops due to upcoming tariffs impacting technology costs.
Hardware
Framework Temporarily Halts US Laptop Sales Amid Trump's Tariff Changes
Framework announces a pause in US sales for some of its laptops due to the new 10% import tariff, stating the lowest-end models would be sold at a loss.
Hardware
Samsung's Profits Surge Due to Memory Chip Hoarding Amid Tariff Fears
Samsung reports significant profits from companies stockpiling memory chips in anticipation of rising tariffs.
Economy
US Tariffs Bring Trouble to Japan's Gaming Industry
A recent announcement of tariffs by the US will impact major Japanese gaming studios and publishers, disrupting an otherwise thriving market.
Hardware
Nintendo Postpones Switch 2 Pre-orders in the US Amid Tariff Concerns
Nintendo has announced a delay for Switch 2 pre-orders in the United States to evaluate the potential effects of tariffs on pricing.
Hardware
Trump's Tariffs Leave Semiconductors Unscathed, But PC Gamers May Still Bear the Cost
The recent decision by the Trump administration on tariffs offers a reprieve for semiconductors, but implications for PC gaming costs loom.
Hardware
AMD Gains Graphics Market Share But Faces Industry Challenges Ahead
AMD has regained a portion of the graphics market share from Nvidia, but looming tariffs may disrupt the industry in 2025.
Hardware
Japanese Firms Stockpile in Response to New Tariffs: Anticipating an Overflow of PS5 Units
In response to recent tech tariffs, Japanese companies are ramping up inventory in the U.S., including PS5s, before a potential price surge.
Hardware
Rising GPU Prices Likely Due to New Tariffs, CEOs Warn
Expect price hikes on GPUs as tariffs are enforced, according to CEOs from Best Buy and Target.
Hardware
Nvidia Sees $200 Billion Drop in Market Value Following Tariff Announcements
Nvidia's stock takes a significant hit as President Trump implements tariffs on foreign goods, leading to a $200 billion decrease in valuation.
Hardware
Acer to Increase U.S. PC Prices by 10% Following Trump's Tariffs
Acer's CEO confirms planned price adjustments due to new tariffs that will impact U.S. consumers.
Tech
Trump Considers Imposing High Tariffs on Computer Chips
President Trump is exploring the possibility of a 25% tariff on all imported computer chips, which could significantly impact the tech industry.
Hardware
TSMC Advances Plans for US Chip Factory to 2027 Amid Tariff Concerns
TSMC is rapidly moving forward its timeline to produce advanced 3nm chips in the United States, previously scheduled for 2028, to 2027 due to tariff fears impacting next-generation GPUs.
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