<ul><li>A new IDC study reveals an increase in desktop PC and laptop sales in North America compared to Q1 2024, attributed to US tariff uncertainty.</li><li>Manufacturers have warned consumers about supply shortages due to potential tariffs, leading to panic buying in the market.</li><li>Laptop sales increased by 26.9% and desktop sales rose by 35.3% in Q1 2025, driven by fear of price hikes and sales interruptions.</li><li>Considering the tariff uncertainty, it is advised to purchase PC hardware at retail prices while the market remains relatively stable.</li></ul>

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