A video describing the global computer chip shortage and how it will impact usComputer chips form the brain of all electronic devices including smartphones, laptops, gaming consoles and vehicles. But today, consumers and technology companies around the world are facing the brunt of computer chip shortage, from delayed car deliveries to increase in prices of smartphones and laptops. Major technology companies including Samsung Electronics and automaker General Motors have warned of potential losses of billions of dollars. But why is there a crunch and what does this mean for consumers?

Source: The Hindu June 05, 2021 05:41 UTC