Australians to pay at least 20% more for iPads and Macbooks after Apple hikes prices citing AI

Australians are now facing a significant price hike for Apple's Macbooks and iPads, with the 13-inch Macbook now costing $2,099 and iPads seeing a 25% increase. This global price adjustment, announced by Apple, attributes the rise to higher costs in computer parts driven by AI advancements. While the iPhone range remains unchanged, there's speculation that further price increases could be on the horizon. This move by Apple, coupled with Microsoft's similar actions, underscores the broader tech industry's struggle with rising production expenses.