Japanese shops halt desktop PC orders until 2026 as memory shortage intensifies — built-to-order systems hamstrung by component shortages and skyrocketing prices
Japanese PC shops are facing a halt in desktop PC orders until 2026 due to a memory shortage crisis, leading to skyrocketing prices and component shortages. Build-to-order systems are particularly affected, with shops struggling to fulfill existing commitments and offer quotes to customers. Popular stores like Sycom, TSUKUMO, and Mouse Computers have either temporarily paused orders or stopped taking new orders entirely, citing delays in shipping and delivery. The situation is exacerbated by the seasonal holiday rush and is reminiscent of past shortages like the GPU crisis.
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