The end of this year 2021 is getting closer and closer and with it the arrival of the Christmas. A stage where the number of sales shoots up in all sectors as a result of the huge amount of gifts that are done. However, if you are thinking of buying a new mobile phone It is advisable that you do it as soon as possible, since a shortage.
The Technological devices They’re in crisis because of the Lack of components (chips specifically). This, together with the increased cost of transport, leads to problems for consumers of all kinds.
Lack of chips
You must have noticed the stock problems of the new generation consoles, this is not a unique case, as it is extrapolated to all market sectors, which also includes the mobile phone. It has even reached the paper mill. Just yesterday it was announced that Europe does not have enough paper to continue printing books and that it will continue like this until the end of the year.
This problem that started with the health alarm generated by the pandemic continues to wreak havoc to this day. The high demand for technology When we spend more time than ever in our home it has caused components to be in short supply.
The heart of the matter lies in the manufacturers. If they do not have the necessary materials to carry out the manufacture of chips, it is impossible for them to supply the huge number of brands that need them to produce your smartphones. In addition, the production of the components is carried out mainly in China, where they are experiencing an energy crisis.
The end is far
Unfortunately, this problem seems to have no end. In fact, Pat Gelsinger, CEO of Intel, has already warned that the chip shortage will last until at least 2023. It must be borne in mind that the whole world was paralyzed for a few months, so resuming the rhythm of production in line with consumer demand is not an easy task.
From other companies in the sector such as Nvidia They are somewhat more optimistic about this issue and think that during the next year 2022 everything will return to normal, although gradually. Anyway, the light at the end of the tunnel is still far away.
Get ahead of the rest
The best thing you can do if you want a smartphone for this Christmas is buy it asap. Although if you intend to get hold of any of the most recent releases, it is possible that the lack of stock will re-enter the scene. You must bear in mind that the Black friday is also close, so the availability of the products may be damaged.
The most feasible option is to opt for options within the national territory, as we have mentioned, the transport price It has increased considerably due to the increase in fuel costs. This means that the expenses that the company has in that sense will have an impact on the consumer.
As a consequence of this, it is preferable that you present yourself in person at any physical store, thus you will save shipping costs.