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RAM price hike is affecting almost all consumer electronics devices, and memory chip prices also increasing. Reports show that Samsung is planning to increase the prices of all Galaxy S26 series devices in its home country, starting next month.
According to Hans Economy, Samsung is weighing price hikes for the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra in South Korea, from 1st of October, 2026. The notifications sent to local telecom carriers reveal all models in the lineup will see a uniform price increase of KRW 149,600 (~$111). The new prices will be:
- Galaxy S26: KRW 1,254,000 (~$934) → KRW 1,403,600 (~$1,046)
- Galaxy S26+: KRW 1,452,000 (~$1,082) → KRW 1,601,600 (~$1,194)
- Galaxy S26 Ultra: KRW 1,797,400 (~$1,340) → KRW 1,947,000 (~$1,451)
However, distribution networks and retailers are concerned that raising prices in a sluggish economy will reduce smartphone sales even more, as consumers hesitate to upgrade to newer devices and hold onto older phones for longer. As a result of this factor, the used phone market is also set to improve.
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