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I am not sure they are refusing, I think they know that to grow a large company takes time, and this is the first version of the first device that is available
by tudorw 15y ago
I am not sure they are refusing, I think they know that to grow a large company takes time, and this is the first version of the first device that is available at scale. And as to the taking advantage, well, none of these people have large quantities, one I believe is doing it for charity, the others, sure, a bit of opportunism, but hey, fortune favours the brave, it was not their fault there is high demand, and ultimately high demand is a good thing for Pi and us :)
- sounds 15y agoAlthough it's unfortunate that some people will not get their Pi, the reality of a lack of supply (just scaling up, like you said) leads the market to do the most efficient thing: Some customers are willing to pay the higher price. If nobody will buy at that high of a markup, you can be sure the prices will come down. So for whatever reason, those who feel it's worth the extra money can get theirs first. Since this is such an inexpensive device, it's certain to become widespread. This price bump will be short lived.