I've been tracking prices for my PC build and noticed that parts seem to have increased by 10-15% recently. Specifically in the UK market, I've observed an overall rise of around £90-100 across various components just in the last week or so. With Black Friday coming up in a couple of months, I can't shake the feeling that this price hike isn't just a coincidence. Has anyone else experienced this, and do you think the prices will continue to climb or stabilize before any potential sales?
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It's a consistent trend. Prices seem to start creeping up about three weeks before Black Friday. If you're eyeing something specific, it might be better to just buy now if you can afford it; otherwise, you risk higher prices later.
Honestly, too much uncertainty—sometimes it’s better to buy when you see a good price rather than gamble on a sale.
Using tools like CamelCamelCamel and Keepa can really help you track price changes. I've found that genuine deals pop up at random times throughout the year rather than just during holiday sales.
I've caught sellers trying to pull fast ones with pricing tricks too. It's best to stay informed!
Right? CamelCamelCamel has saved me from overpaying more times than I can count.
Absolutely, this seems to be a pattern that companies have followed for years. They know people are waiting for Black Friday, so they raise prices leading up to it. The biggest discounts you'll see are often on items they need to clear out before new models come in, not the popular stuff.
Exactly! I fell for it last year at Micro Center. I thought I was getting a deal, but it turned out to be their usual prices published differently. Just a marketing trick!
For sure! I noticed similar tactics while hunting for a good deal on earbuds. A 'deal' was just the original price rebadged as a discount.
Most Black Friday deals are more marketing than real savings. Companies just raise prices to make discounts seem larger. Keep an eye out for unexpected deals rather than waiting for the holiday sales.
Totally get that! There are a few good sales, but they’re usually for older inventory they're trying to move.
Exactly! I've been noticing this every holiday season. Be cautious and do your research!
You're right! I saw the 7800X3D drop lately, it hasn't been this low for a while, won't hurt to grab it now.