Global shortage in computer chips 'reaches crisis point' | Technology sector | The Guardian
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The chip shortage looks set to persist for some time yet. It can take up to two years to get complex semiconductor production factories up and running, and manufacturers are in the process of significantly raising prices for the second time in less than a year.
"There is no sign of supply catching up, or demand decreasing, while prices are rising across the chain," says Campling. "This will cross over to people in the street. Expect cars to cost more, phones to cost more. This year's iPhone is not going to be cheaper than last year."