Samsung is reportedly planning to increase the prices of its upcoming Galaxy S27 smartphones across all models, according to industry reports. This follows a similar trend with the Galaxy S26 models, which were already more expensive than the Galaxy S25. The Galaxy S27, expected to launch in early 2027, is anticipated to be significantly pricier than its predecessor. The primary reason for this increase is the global shortage of memory components, which has driven up costs across the tech industry as artificial intelligence becomes more widespread. The well-known tech leaker Lanzuk, who uses the pseudonym yeux1122, has claimed that Samsung is preparing for a price hike for the Galaxy S27 models. Local industry sources suggest that the decision is directly linked to the rising costs of flash memory (NAND) and RAM chips. These components are being heavily used in new infrastructure for artificial intelligence, including data centers, which have become a point of criticism due to their high energy consumption. This increased demand has led to a scarcity of these components, making them more expensive and forcing manufacturers like Samsung to pass on the costs to consumers. The advanced technologies featured in the Galaxy S series, such as LPDDR6 memory and UFS 5.1 storage, also contribute to higher manufacturing costs. According to the source, the price increase for the Galaxy S27, S27 Pro, and S27 Ultra in South Korea could range between 100,000 and 130,000 won. This would translate to an additional cost of 65 to 85 euros before taxes in France, or around 80 to 100 euros including taxes. The price difference between storage tiers is expected to be significant, making upgrades to higher models much more expensive compared to previous generations. This pricing strategy mirrors that of Apple with its recently launched iPhone 18 Pro, which also saw price increases due to the same memory shortage affecting the iPhone 17 Pro. However, the exact pricing details for the Galaxy S27 are still unclear. As a reminder, Samsung typically releases its new high-end non-foldable smartphones at the beginning of the year, usually between January and February.