BT Warns of Potential Smartphone Price Increases Due to AI-Driven Chip Shortages

BT has warned that rising demand for memory chips due to the AI boom could lead to higher smartphone prices. The company anticipates potential semiconductor shortages, which may impact pricing and result in lower turnover as consumers delay upgrades or avoid new purchases.

By James Warrington Thu, May 21, 2026 at 1:21 PM GMT+3 4 min read · Yahoo Finance ·

BT Warns of Potential Smartphone Price Increases Due to AI-Driven Chip Shortages

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Topics: AI demand cost-cutting semiconductors smartphone pricing

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