Component Crisis: Memory shortages, GPU/RAM price surges, PC shipment decline

PC shipments down 4% in Q2 2026; memory prices up 400% since 2024; SK Hynix predicts 2027 worst. New laptop/tablet launches with price hikes. 'Buy now' advice reinforced. New Mac vs PC 2026 comparison confirms Windows wins on price/gaming, Mac on battery. Lenovo tablets under $300 for back-to-school highlight budget options.