Experts discuss why modern smartphones and laptops carry high price tags

In a recent episode of a technology brief podcast, three journalists examine the rising cost of smartphones and laptops. Henning Eklund notes that, over the past two decades, the overall price of electronic gadgets has trended downward. Björn Jeffery attributes one outlet upward swing to new technologies, including AI, that raise production expenses.

Sophia Sinclair raises consumer-focused concerns about the necessity of every new feature. The show is edited and produced by Tove Friman Leffler, with Svenska Dagbladet as the originating outlet and Acast handling distribution. Listeners can access the episode through various podcast platforms.