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Tech Firms Halt U.S. Sales of Key Products as Tariffs Reshape Market

Framework, Razer, and others adjust strategies following new import tariffs, signaling potential price hikes and broader industry disruption.

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FILE: A container ship sits idle in San Francisco Bay outside the Port of Oakland on March 26, 2021.
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Razer Blade 16 (2025) gaming laptop

Overview

  • Framework has paused U.S. sales of its base Laptop 13 models, citing unprofitability due to the newly imposed 10% tariff on Taiwanese imports.
  • Razer has halted direct U.S. sales of its Blade 16 laptops, with product pages replaced by 'Notify Me' links, though the company has not issued an official statement.
  • Nintendo has delayed U.S. pre-orders for its upcoming Switch 2 console, reflecting uncertainty in pricing strategies under the new tariff regime.
  • Industry experts predict up to a 20% increase in PC prices as pre-tariff inventories deplete, with ripple effects expected across consumer electronics and automotive sectors.
  • The tariffs, introduced by the Trump administration on April 5, 2025, are part of a broader policy targeting key manufacturing regions, including Taiwan and China.