24
Nov
24
Nov
AOC Q27G10SE goes official with a 320Hz QHD Fast IPS display
24
Nov
AOC Q27G4ZDB debuts with a 240Hz QHD QD-OLED display and ergonomic arm
22
Nov
Taiwan ready for 2nm chips in 2025, US must wait until 2028, says economic minister
Recent concerns have emerged about semiconductor technology transfer following Trump’s victory in the 2024 presidential election, particularly given his previous statements about Taiwan’s semiconductor dominance. Taiwan’s Minister of Economic Affairs (MOEA), J.W. Kuo, has clarified that the US development of 2nm semiconductor technology depends on meeting specific market and resource requirements while emphasizing that Taiwan’s 2nm facilities in Kaohsiung are on track for production.
22
Nov
TCL unveils APEX brand for inkjet OLEDs, begins mass production
TCL has officially entered the inkjet-printed OLED market with the launch of its APEX brand, while also commencing mass production of its 21.6-inch medical OLED panels. Announced at the Global Display Tech-ecosystem Conference (DTC 2024) in Guangzhou, the panels feature 4K resolution, brightness levels of 140/350 nits, and are set to ship on November 10.
22
Nov
Trump-style ‘Made in USA’ could end tariff exemptions for China-made notebooks and smartphones
Donald Trump’s expected return to the White House on January 20, 2025, has intensified speculation over his trade policy plans. Liu, Director of the Regional Development Study Center at The Chung-Hua Institution for Economic Research (CIER), emphasized that while tariffs have not yet been applied to foreign-made notebooks and smartphones, Trump’s actions remain unpredictable. Known for his strong support of tariffs, calling them “the most beautiful word in the dictionary,” Taiwanese supply chains must proceed with caution and develop contingency plans.
22
Nov
Supply chain digitalization: Synnex CEO highlights enhanced production and sales synergy
In recent years, industry digitalization has emerged as a vital driver of corporate transformation. S.W. Du, CEO of Synnex Technology International, highlights that adopting digital technologies allows precise monitoring of sales performance and inventory levels, streamlining production and sales coordination. This approach minimizes resource waste and inefficiencies, optimizing overall supply chain efficiency.
22
Nov
IC design firms bullish on 2025, but 1Q25 outlook remains uncertain
A consensus has emerged among IC design companies during recent earnings calls, with all players expressing positive evaluations for their 2025 outlook. Growth momentum is widely projected to surpass 2024 levels.
22
Nov
Foldable market surges: 22% growth in 2024 through Asia-Pacific region and premium innovations
The foldable smartphone market is set to expand significantly in 2024, with a projected growth rate of 22%, far surpassing the overall smartphone market’s estimated 5.8% growth, according to IDC. This rapid growth underscores the increasing consumer demand for innovative mobile technology.
22
Nov
ESMT struggles with inventory backlogs, projects weak early 2025 market
Elite Semiconductor Microelectronics Technology Inc. (ESMT) expected a rebound in the memory market in the second half of 2024, driving an increase in wafer production. However, demand recovery underperformed expectations, resulting in elevated inventory levels. The company is now prioritizing efforts to address these backlogs.