The WAN Show Sorry America - WAN Show April 11, 2025
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Apr 12, 2025 Exciting developments in tech unfold as sales shifts and pricing strategies take center stage. The duo dives into Nintendo's quirky marketing, while reflecting on gaming nostalgia from Civilization to the iconic Nintendo 64. They also unpack the hurdles of U.S. electronics manufacturing and the implications of tariffs on global supply chains. With light-hearted banter, they explore gaming event dynamics, home theater setups, and the humorous challenges of building a sustainable business in a tech-driven world.
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Tight Margins at Best Buy
- Linus recalls working at Best Buy and noticing the tight margins on laptops, even with spiffs and kickbacks.
- This validates his long-held view about the tech industry's struggle with thin profit margins.
LTT Store ShipStorm Sale
- Take advantage of LTT Store's ShipStorm sale with free shipping on orders over $150 before potential tariff-driven price increases.
- Secure deals on items like the MCM Essentials solution and other LTT merchandise.
Complexity of U.S. Manufacturing
- Moving electronics manufacturing to the U.S. is complex, requiring material sourcing, new infrastructure, and higher labor costs.
- Simple labor cost comparisons are misleading, as raw material costs also reflect labor expenses.