• Stovetop@lemmy.world
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      25 days ago

      It’s like how back when the Euro or the Pound were worth nearly 2x what the dollar was, a new device or piece of hardware would sell for $399/€399/£399.

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        25 days ago

        The EUR and GBP prices included VAT, import fees and whatever other fees levied by the local govt on electronics.