AI, robotics, and drones to take center stage at Hong Kong’s upcoming premier tech fairs

Hong Kong is set to host its premier technology showcases this spring, as the 3rd edition of the Hong Kong International Innovation & Technology Expo (InnoEX) and the 21st spring edition of the Hong Kong Spring Electronics Fair will take place from April 13-16, 2025 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. These twin fairs serve as the core events of the city’s “Business of Innovation and Technology Week” (BIT Week), spotting cutting-edge innovations and the latest electronics trends.

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Vietnam factory plans uncertain as US tariffs cloud Taiwan touch panel makers’ outlook

Touch panel manufacturers in Taiwan are navigating a complex landscape of US tariffs and fluctuating market demands. Young Fast Optoelectronics acknowledges the potential impact of proposed US reciprocal tariffs, though the extent remains unclear. While direct shipments from its Vietnam and Taiwan facilities to the US are minimal, the company faces potential disruption through its customer base, which assembles components for the American market. As of now, order volumes remain stable, making it difficult to quantify the potential disruption.

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GEM Terminal currently insulated from US tariffs thanks to China and European demands

Taiwan-based Terminal manufacturer GEM Terminal reported robust revenue growth in March 2025, buoyed by successful product launches and strategic market positioning, even as global trade remains volatile due to political and economic tensions. The company emphasized that it will monitor international tariff developments, particularly from the US, and make timely adjustments to maintain its growth trajectory.

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Japanese stock market plummets as US slaps 104% tariff on China

Japan’s Nikkei 225 plummeted more than 1,700 points, or over 5%, on April 9 as the latest set of US tariffs, including a massive 104% levy on Chinese imports, took effect. Rising trade tensions between the US and China have created uncertainty for businesses operating within China, including Apple. The tech giant’s iPhone production is significantly dependent on Chinese manufacturing, which could be impacted by the ongoing economic dispute.

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Philips 27M2N3800A and Philips 27M2N5901A with dual-model 4K Fast IPS display go official

Philips 27M2N3800A and Philips 27M2N5901A are two new Evnia gaming monitors with Ambiglow. They use the same display that underpins the AOC U27G4R. This is a dual-mode 27-inch Fast IPS screen that supports 4K resolution at 160 Hz (its native resolution and refresh rate) and FHD resolution at 320 Hz. It also has a 1 ms GTG response time and 0.5 ms MPRT, a typical brightness of 400 nits, and a VESA…

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AOC U27G4R will debut in May with a dual-mode 4K Fast IPS display and a 160Hz refresh rate

AOC U27G4R is the latest addition to a slew of 4K gaming monitors for Europe. It will go on sale in May competitively priced at EUR 349. It is almost identical to the AOC U27G4 which was unveiled a couple of months ago, but has a different stand base and expands the connectivity options with a USB 3.2 Gen 1 hub comprising four Type-A ports and a Type-B upstream port. The rest includes two HDMI…

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AOC 25G4SXU and AOC 25G4SRE go official with 310Hz Fast IPS displays

AOC has unveiled a pair of gaming monitors, each featuring a 24.5-inch Fast IPS display with an FHD resolution, a 310Hz refresh rate (overclock), and a 03. ms MPRT. These are the AOC 25G4SXU and the AOC 25G4SRE that build upon their AOC 25G4S sibling, which was unveiled in China in October 2024. Most probably, these monitors use the CSOT SG2451B04-2 display panel. The 8-bit display has a 117%…

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