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		_2z1p on July 28, 2023 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: US smartphone shipments fall sharply, but Android ... Not when you consider that modern phones are also our cameras, satellite navigation systems, calendars, mobile hotspots, mobile browsers, handheld gaming devices, music players, video players, and more. Personally, I think they’re a heck of a bargain for what they do.

JohnFen on July 28, 2023 [–]

You're arguing that the value they provide is worth the high price. That's a valid argument, but it doesn't mean that the price isn't high.

Whether or not it's worth it is a purely subjective thing.

briandear on July 28, 2023 | [–]

“High” prices are subjective. A $600 Maserati isn’t high priced.

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