Why is Apple asking me to pay more for Big Tech’s AI obsession?

Apple has raised prices across several products, including the MacBook Pro, iPad Air, and HomePod Mini, with CEO Tim Cook attributing the increases to the AI industry's demand for resources. This trend, dubbed 'RAMageddon,' has also affected other tech companies like Microsoft and Nothing, as AI's hardware requirements drive up costs. The article highlights how Big Tech's AI obsession is leading to higher consumer prices.