Current Analysis Reports - Virtual & Augmented Reality http://www.currentanalysis.com/ Analysis Reports provided by Current Analysis, Inc. en-us All materials Copyright 1997-2026 Current Analysis, Inc. Reproduction or distribution prohibited without express written consent. Sun, 15 Nov 2026 14:03:18 GMT Samsung - Consumer Platforms and Devices http://www.currentanalysis.com/COMPETE/FrontEnd/Report.aspx?rid=94858&rss Samsung enters a pivotal period with financial momentum and AI-driven chip opportunities, but the AI boom is straining memory supply and device costs. Success hinges on AI differentiation, foldable leadership, device value, and chip execution. Anisha Bhatia 2026-11-12T00:00:00+00:00 AI-Driven RAMageddon Triggers First Wave of Smartphone Price Hikes – Further Increases and Fewer Choices Loom http://www.currentanalysis.com/COMPETE/FrontEnd/Report.aspx?rid=133392&rss AI data centers are driving “RAMageddon,” a global memory shortage reshaping the smartphone market. The first wave of price hikes won't be the last as OEMs face high costs, tighter supply, and hard choices about specifications and models. Amanda Mitchell - Emma Mohr-McClune 2026-09-28T00:00:00+01:00 Apple Upgrade Fights RAMageddon Forces to Drive Consumers to Mid-Tier and Premium Models with Apple Upgrade http://www.currentanalysis.com/COMPETE/FrontEnd/Report.aspx?rid=133207&rss OEMs Agree: Consumer electronics will get more expensive, thanks to AI, RAM, storage, chipset, and other component cost spikes. On the rumored cusp of launching its most expensive (foldable) smartphone yet, Apple launches a lease program solution. Amanda Mitchell - Emma Mohr-McClune 2026-07-30T00:00:00+01:00 ESG Watch: EU Market Coordination, US Right-to-Repair Patchwork, and Apple’s Rare-Earth Material Recycling http://www.currentanalysis.com/COMPETE/FrontEnd/Report.aspx?rid=132411&rss EU consults on a 2026 Circular Economy Act to harmonize recycled-material markets. US Right to Repair advances via states amid a federal slowdown. Apple invests in rare-earth recycling, and Meta’s trade-ins drive switching to smart glasses. Anisha Bhatia 2025-12-17T00:00:00+00:00 Trends and Growth Trajectories of Cloud Gaming http://www.currentanalysis.com/COMPETE/FrontEnd/Report.aspx?rid=132316&rss Cloud gaming is moving mainstream, demanding higher, steadier bitrates than streaming video. Online games and massive updates push users to faster tiers. The competition between players revolves around resolution, device availability, and cost. Yousef Almadani 2025-11-20T00:00:00+00:00