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March 15, 2021
We’re still not anywhere near to a smartphone drought anytime soon but it seems that semiconductor giant Qualcomm is struggling to meet the ongoing demand for processor chips for smartphones and other devices. Reports are saying that a chip shortage is imminent as they are unable to supply Samsung with application processors needed for the mid-tier and low-end smartphones. The auto industry first experienced this shortage and it seems like it is now reaching the electronics industry as OEMs continue to produce devices to meet consumer demand.
Reuters reports that several industry sources are confirming that there may be some problems over at Qualcomm and consequently, Samsung. The Korean OEM is the world’s largest smartphone maker and they are unable to get the supply of processors needed for them to continue producing smartphones, particularly the non-flagship devices. Reasons for the shortage include a higher-than-expected demand as well