Xbox boss: Memory crisis could impact next-gen hardware availability and pricing
Xbox boss Asha Sharma has indicated that ongoing memory chip shortages, driven by AI data center demand, could impact the pricing and availability of next-generation hardware, codenamed Project Helix. While development kits are set to ship in 2027, a consumer launch timeline remains unconfirmed due to the dynamic market conditions. Sharma emphasized a focus on building a great console and offering flexible pricing, despite potential cost increases.
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- Entities
- Component Shortage
- Microsoft
- Sony
- Valve
- Xbox
- Artificial Intelligence
- PlayStation
- Matt Booty
- Pricing and Availability
- Nintendo
- Asha Sharma
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