Nothing Phone 4a Series to Cost More: Carl Pei Confirms Price Hike, Specs War Over

• Nothing CEO Carl Pei confirmed that upcoming phones, including the Phone 4a series, will be more expensive.
• Pei warned buyers not to expect spec-heavy devices at nominal prices due to rising memory costs.
• Memory costs have increased up to 3x, with further rises anticipated, potentially exceeding $100 per module by late 2026.
• The 'more specs for less money' model is no longer sustainable, signaling the end of the 'specs war' and affordable flagships.
• The budget and mid-range smartphone segments are expected to shrink as prices increase.

Why It Matters: Nothing confirms higher prices for Phone 4a series due to rising memory costs, ending the 'specs war' era.