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This launch reflects a broader trend of AI-related hardware upgrades driving up consumer device costs. For crypto, higher tech input prices could slow enterprise blockchain adoption if budgets tighten. Additionally, the absence of Intel chips underscores the shift toward ARM/Qualcomm, which may alter long-term chip supply dynamics relevant to mining hardware – though the immediate effect is minimal.

Microsoft announced new Surface Pro and Surface Laptop models with increased prices and new features including a rumble trackpad and earthy colors, and no Intel chip.