Components shortage continues to weigh on smartphone production, according to market intelligence provider TrendForce (via 9to5Mac). The research firm says that there have been significant shortages of key components such as 4G chips, entry-level 5G SoCs, and display panel driver ICs.
Demand showed signs of resurgence in the second half of the year due to promotional activities and easing of Covide-19 restrictions. Apple, which according to TrendForce’s estimates was the fourth-largest player during the second quarter with a share of 13.7 percent, was propelled to the second spot by the iPhone 13 series. The Cupertino giant had around 16 percent of the pie in the third quarter and it is projected to overtake Samsung this quarter.
