Chinese Brands May Halt Ultra Flagships Amid Memory Cost Surge

3 articles · Updated · PhoneArena · Apr 10

Several Chinese smartphone manufacturers are reportedly considering pausing their Ultra flagship models due to surging memory and RAM costs.
While Pro, mid-range, and budget models will continue, Ultra devices may be suspended until component prices stabilize and profitability returns.
Ultra phones, known for advanced features, are less profitable and risk financial loss in the current memory crisis, impacting industry innovation.

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