2022 will see a transition back to pre-pandemic levels, say Qualcomm

Chipset shortages have continued to impact the industry throughout 2021, contributing to year-on- year declines in shipments in Q3 – and analysts predict only gradual improvements until late 2022

Analysts warn of more disruption for 2022

Samsung still leads the way overall with 23pc share, followed by Apple (15pc)

Apple PC shipments grew 127pc during Q1, according to Canalys figures

Shortages caused by ‘chipaggedon’ are hitting the smartphone market, yet hopes are for a bounceback in 2022

Shortages have stemmed from factory closures and home working demands