The despicable availability if chips worldwide seem the have an effect on all market segments. Samsung now also confirming that if the global shortage of chips does not stop, it will end up affecting even the production chain of its Smart TVs.

The company, which recently presented its televisions with Micro LED panels, left open the possibility that in the future they will increase the prices of their products if the current situation of shortages continues as before since they will have to compensate the increases in the costs of the products. 

“The industry in general is facing a severe supply shortage. If this continues, we may not be able to produce televisions, ” said Han Jong-hee, head of the display business at Samsung Electronics.

“We are doing everything possible to avoid problems. Samsung Electronics has held meetings with Taiwanese chipmakers to conclude reciprocally this year and next . " Finally, he added that "the company is safe for this year . "

Despite concerns about semiconductor shortages, Han Jong-hee confirmed that Samsung's mass production line for its 146-inch Micro LED is now fully operational. This wall-sized TV will join the 110-, 70- and 80-inch models later this year, Samsung confirmed

Samsung warns: "if the shortage continues, we may be unable to make televisions"